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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Senior Design and Analysis Engineer to serve the Air Dominance program in Berkeley, MO.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements
• Leads and coordinates work to analyze and translate requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs, and interface specifications
• Leads work to test and validate to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements
• Oversees the team that monitors supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements
• Solves problems and provides other support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle
• Researches technology advances for potential application to company business needs
• Makes recommendations for technology investments

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 9+ years of related work experience and a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of related work experience and technical education

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Experience in Open Mission Systems (OMS) development
• Experience in Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) development
• Familiarity with Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI) message standard and Common Abstraction Layer (CAL)
• Experience with system design and development, including component interactions, interfaces, and overall system functionality
• Experience with requirements development and management, including technical performance specification and statement of work development.
• Experience with NSA C2 and NCDSMO interactions and certification processes
• Experience with multi-level Security Networks
• Experience with multi-level Security Embedded Systems
• Experience with Cryptographic units, Cross Domain Solutions/Guards including access CDS and transfer CDS
• Knowledge of 3U and 6U VPX/OpenVPX architectures: This includes the VITA 46 and VITA 65 standards, appreciating the distinct advantages and trade-offs of each form factor in terms of size, weight, power (SWaP), processing capability, and I/O density.
• Knowledge of Signal Integrity & Interconnect: Expertise in high-speed digital signal design, including impedance matching, managing signal integrity, and utilizing advanced interconnect solutions like VPX3's discrete coaxial/twinax cabling is highly valued
• Experience with High-Performance Embedded Computing (HPEC): How to integrate and optimize performance for demanding workloads within the constraints of 3U and 6U form factors
• Experience with hardware design and development, encompassing all phases of the product lifecycle from initial design to flight maturity
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations and testing methodologies to verify system functionality
• Experience with designing secure architectures, implementing cryptographic protocols, secure boot processes, firmware validation, and secure communications
• Experience with Open Architecture Standards: Familiarity with standards like SOSA (Sensor Open Systems Architecture), which leverages VPX standards
• Experience with Mezzanine Card Utilization: Understanding how mezzanine cards (e.g., XMC) can enhance functionality and scalability within 3U and 6U VPX systems
• Experience with 3U/6U FPGAs, GPU, and CPUs

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $136,850-$185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 27, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking Mission Systems Integration Engineer (Associate or Experienced) , in St. Louis, MO, supporting a Phantom Works Fixed Wing Proprietary Program. You will be joining a fast-paced Phantom Works program where you will be responsible for developing and integrating complex, highly integrated, Electro-Optical and Infrared (EO/IR) Sensor Systems, Radio Frequency (RF) Sensor Systems, Communications Systems, and Weapon Systems. Your work will define how the design of Mission Systems integrated sensors, communication, and weapons meet the operational needs of our warfighter.

In this role, you will be joining a cross-functional team integrating advanced Mission Systems capabilities as part of a very exciting and critically important development effort. You will have the opportunity to operate in an agile development environment, mature our products through the development lifecycle, work on next generation open-architecture model-based designs, and collaborate across multiple disciplines.

The day-to-day activities of this position will be a combination of traditional design engineering, collaborating with cross-functional peers, and presenting technical challenges and solutions to leadership. Frequent interaction with program leadership, customers, and industry partners during critical design phases will be key elements of this position. This position will provide the candidate an opportunity to develop their engineering skills with potential growth into a leadership role.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Associate and Experienced Level Mission Systems Integration Engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

• System of systems capability design and integration
• Integrate capabilities using multiple systems and subsystems
• Define requirements and verification for capabilities
• Work with customers to develop and document requirements for system design
• Analyze and translate customer requirements into system, hardware and software designs
• Define logical and software interfaces to ensure compatibility with the platform architecture and ensure proper interoperability with other subsystems
• Research specific technology advances for potential application to company business needs
• Utilize Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) for hardware, software, and performance model development. Utilizes MBSE for requirements development, interfaces definition, and traceability
• Hardware and software development, integration, test, and validation/verification
• Tests and validates System functionality and performance to ensure designs meet operational and functional requirements
• Prototype hardware and software evaluation, lab integration, analysis, and test

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• (Level 3) 5+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor's or 3+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master's oran equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with MBSE modeling tools
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Summary pay range:

$112,200-$151,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 25, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Annapolis Micro Systems, Inc. is the leader in COTS FPGA based computing. We have a unique and well-established product base and an exciting future in this growing market. Join our team of talented hardware and software professionals as we build and increase our presence in the Digital Signal Processing market space. Become a key part of a growing company able to design, manufacture, test, and support its own products.

As the Senior Design Engineer, you will develop, maintain and test high-performance FPGA computing systems. Your responsibilities will include designing behavioral VHDL/Java models, designing and testing VHDL/Java to interface between FPGAs and I/O devices, creating VHDL, Java, and C examples, and working with customers. You will work with leading-edge high-speed analog and digital interfaces, and a variety of hardware platforms including PCI Express, VME, VPX, Blade, and uTCA. You will also have the opportunity to interact directly with our customers in support of the many exciting applications they implement using the FPGA computing products that you have helped create.

Enjoy the benefits of working for a small privately-held company with on-site production test, manufacturing, hardware, and software design. The close coupling of all aspects of design and production under one roof allows us to create ultra-high performance products and systems at a rapid pace while maintaining the highest possible quality. Daily interaction with other departments provides a first-rate opportunity to further develop your career.

Join us and become part of the future of computing technology!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop FPGA interfaces to SRAM/DRAM, Multi-Gigabit Transceivers, ADCs/DACs
• Create example applications showcasing features of our FPGA platforms
• Create digital logic cores using Java for use in our CoreFire software tool
• Create and maintain documentation for the interfaces and applications you develop
• Strive to continuously improve the quality and reliability of our products
• Work with customers to help them successful with our products
• Teach customers how to use our VHDL models framework and software
• Design for the latest and future Xilinx and Altera FPGAs
• Learn from and work side-by-side the world’s top-notch FPGA experts!

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• Preferred Masters Degree
• Proficient in VHDL, Java, and C
• Experience in VHDL and hardware design
• Knowledge of Xilinx FPGAs, Altera FPGAs, EDA design tools and architectures
• Experience in VME, PCIe, Blade, VPX, and uTCA system
• US Citizenship

Project Engineer

Huntersville, NC

Full Time | On Site

Industry: Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing

This position is supporting a rapidly growing aerospace manufacturer that produces mission critical components for propulsion and advanced defense applications. They are looking for a Project Engineer who can take full technical ownership of complex hardware and drive programs from concept through production.

This is an opportunity to work hands on with high precision aerospace parts, collaborate with technicians and engineers, and lead manufacturing process development for assemblies that support national security missions.

What You’ll Do

• Own the technical lifecycle of assigned customer hardware

• Design and develop manufacturing processes and tooling

• Partner with engineering, production, and program teams to execute projects

• Create and manage configuration-controlled documents

• Integrate schedules and process requirements into the ERP system

• Lead process improvements, validations, and technical reviews

• Coordinate material needs and communicate requirements to purchasing

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar

• 3 to 7 years of project or manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace or defense

• Experience with precision machining, tooling design, or propulsion hardware

• Proficiency with CAD software like SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA

• Strong organization, documentation, and analytical skills

• Ability to lead medium to large engineering projects

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to rocket propulsion components or composite/thermal materials

• Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace quality systems

• Knowledge of process validation and configuration management

This is a great role for someone excited by hands on engineering, complex hardware, and ownership of meaningful aerospace programs.

Be the quality champion who ensures every product we design meets the highest engineering, customer, and regulatory standards!

As a Design Quality Assurance (DQA) Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding product development from concept through full life‑cycle compliance. You’ll ensure that all engineering work follows Teledyne Controls’ established design standards, development processes, and work instructions while verifying that resulting products and documentation meet contractual obligations, customer quality requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines. This role directly supports engineering excellence—helping teams build reliable, compliant, and high‑performing aerospace products that our customers can trust.

What You'll Do

• Review Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) & Airline Customers quality provisions as part of contract review or contract formation for new proposals or contracts.
• Ensure compliance with OEM and Airline Customers imposed contract provisions – Quality Management System (QMS) Policies/ Processes/ Development requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Teledyne Controls Quality Management System (QMS) Policies/ Processes/ Development requirements and applicable OEM or Airline Customers approved contract quality provisions.
• Create or update Software Quality Assurance Plans (SQAPs) or Hardware Quality Assurance Plans (HQAPs) – for customer submission and approval.
• Support coordination and liaison with Customers for development programs quality related issues, concerns, plan of action(s), and resolution.
• Perform product life cycle documentation reviews and process audits. Review and approve Engineering documentation, design changes (EOs) and development folders.
• Participate in Systems, Hardware, and Software design & development reviews process covering: Planning, Requirements, Design, and Verification & Validation(V&V); and support development programs formal customer reviews such as: Plan Review (PL), Requirements Review (RR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), and Production Readiness Review (PRR).
• Support Engineering Test Procedure (ETP)/System Test monitoring, Test Set-up Conformity, and review Test Reports and failure investigations reports.
• Support Qualification test monitoring, Test Set-up Conformity; and review Qualification Test Reports and failure investigations reports.
• Plan, perform, and support hardware or software product conformity, First Article Inspection review and audits; and support Stage of Involvement (SOI) reviews and audits.
• Oversee product change management submission and approval process for compliance with OEM customers’ requirements (EDES, NOC, etc.).
• Support Product transition processes to Manufacturing in collaboration with Factory Quality Control, Supplier Quality Control, and Manufacturing Engineering.
• Support and conduct Internal AS9100 Audits, customers requested audits, and internal audit program.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in quality engineering or other related Engineering discipline,
• 7+ years of experience applying quality improvement methodologies, tools, and techniques, or equivalent experience in product design and development within AS9100/ISO 9001 environments and working with QMS standards.
• Strong working knowledge of DO‑178 software compliance and DO‑254 hardware compliance is highly desired.
• Familiarity with AS9145, including APQP and PPAP processes, is preferred.
• Ability to provide clear guidance and establish quality positions on program development and compliance issues for program management and engineering teams.
• Experience with MRP or ERP systems is preferred.
• ASQ certification is preferred.
• Must be a U.S. Person (includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees)

Salary: Up to 120K depending on experience

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation and safety

What Happens Next

Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page. If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the process.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations.

Are you an experienced IT Operations Specialist with a desire to excel? If so, then Talent Software Services may have the job for you! Our client is seeking an experienced IT Operations Specialist to work at their company in Plano, TX.

Position Summary: Following standard operating procedures, Data Centre Operational Services staff provision, operate, monitor, and control a wide variety of sophisticated online computer applications and physical system configurations for a multiple-site, enterprise data processing organisation.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Staff meet the service needs of both internal and external customers.
• These systems support both patient care and administrative functions throughout *** and affiliations.
• Perform routine tasks to maintain computer equipment and their peripherals.
• Provide prompt and courteous assistance at all times.
• May perform additional functions as detailed by the immediate supervisor, including the installation, move, and de-installation of racks and computer systems.
• Perform shipping and receiving functions for data center hardware and related equipment.
• Inspect deliveries for accuracy and damage; reconcile against purchase orders and packing documentation.
• Process equipment returns (RMA), ensuring proper documentation, packaging, and tracking
• Maintain accurate inventory and asset tracking records
• Assist with diagramming and updating data centre rack configurations
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and physical care of IT equipment. Maintain a clean, organised, and secure data centre staging and storage area
• Equipment racking, connectivity, and cable management. Inventory Management of Onsite Supplies.
• Issue Identification & Escalation: Identify discrepancies, delays, or equipment issues and escalate appropriately to the Project Manager, technical team, or vendor.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve shipping or hardware issues
• Ensure issues are fully resolved and properly documented
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain detailed and accurate operational records

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and proficiency in data center concepts, practices and procedures within field.
• Ability to read, understand and communicate on-line Standard Operations Procedures.
• Ability to understand specified hardware and software used.
• Ability to troubleshoot, prioritize and escalate problems effectively.
• Demonstrates ability to learn and apply new technology.
• Ability to work calmly in difficult situations and form logical conclusions.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills using English is necessary.
• Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of demonstrated technical experience in computer operations.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Four (4) years of demonstrated IT technical experience focused on computer operations within a large, complex organization.
• Foundational understanding of data center infrastructure, including servers, storage systems, and structured cabling. Basic familiarity with rack layouts and physical hardware configurations.Centre Ability to read and interpret equipment quotes, packing slips, bills of materials, and technical documentation. Understanding of standard data centre safety, compliance, and operational practices. Experience with shipping/receiving operations

Preferred:

• Experience working with healthcare technology.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• This role supports physical infrastructure activities, inventory control, documentation, and coordination with project managers, technical teams, and vendors.

Eastman Kodak Company is looking for a Control Technician to join our team in Rochester, NY. We are seeking an individual with the background to be successful supporting our ESTAR Manufacturing Operations located within Eastman Business Park in Rochester, NY.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for the operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of manufacturing instrumentation and process control systems.

• Work closely with operations, process engineers, and maintenance to understand the business and user needs and priorities.

• Provide full life cycle support of control systems in the area, including developing requirements, programming support, commissioning, and ongoing hardware and software maintenance.

• Support upgrade projects for existing Reliance Automax Machine Coordinated Drive Control Systems including identifying system hardware and software architecture improvement opportunities.

• Provide hardware and integration support for Ethernet based control systems in the plant IT environment.

• Work with maintenance to develop data driven reliability improvement opportunities, as well as troubleshoot system hardware, resolve software malfunctions, and assist in system improvements and software upgrades.

• Implement improvements in systems capabilities that will increase the ability to meet customer requirements, including safe and reliable operations, and improve business competitiveness.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering or Electro-Mechanical Technology (Mechatronics) or Equivalent Experience

• Knowledge and understanding of Rockwell Automation PLC's and Process Control DCS

• Communication skills; ability to interact with operator/mechanics/process engineers/staff/management

• Knowledge of Rockwell VFD’s, their application and configuration

• Ability to complete work independently and through influence

• Ability to lead and participate on teams, including outside contractors

• Ability to configuring, documenting, and troubleshooting control systems

Job Title: EUC Talent Required (L2/L3 Support)

Job Type: Onsite

Job Mode: Full Time

Job Overview

Teceze is seeking skilled End User Computing (EUC) professionals to support one of our key enterprise clients. The role involves providing L2/L3 onsite and remote support across manufacturing and plant environments, ensuring smooth operation of end-user systems, infrastructure services, and shop floor applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to office systems, fabrication, and paint shop floor applications.
• Provide end-user and system support across Syncreon, CLI, and other plant locations.
• Deliver onsite support for network changes, hardware installations, and system upgrades.
• Support and maintain the SCCM environment and assist with Microsoft Intune configurations.
• Ensure security vulnerabilities are remediated for shop floor (SF) machines and workstations.
• Manage hardware lifecycle activities, including asset tracking, shipments, replacements, and returns.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot printers, scanners, and peripheral devices.
• Provide L2/L3 support for:
• Windows and macOS operating systems
• End-user devices
• Core infrastructure services
• Participate in plant leadership meetings and weekly change management calls.
• Support patching and upgrade activities in line with organizational standards.
• Adhere to defined operational standards, SLAs, processes, and service objectives.
• Maintain accurate documentation for service desk procedures and end-user processes.
• Escalate major incidents and service interruptions to Plant Leadership and the MIM team in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with onsite hardware and service vendors for issue resolution and installations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience in EUC / Desktop / IT Infrastructure Support (L2/L3).
• Hands-on experience with Windows OS, macOS, SCCM, and Intune.
• Exposure to manufacturing or plant IT environments is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of network troubleshooting, patch management, and security remediation.
• Experience managing hardware assets, printers, and scanners.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in an onsite plant environment.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience supporting shop floor systems in automotive or manufacturing plants.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes, incident management, and change management.
• Experience working with multiple plant locations and stakeholders.

Director of Supply Chain

Location: San Francisco, CA (On-site / Hybrid)

Company: Anode Technology Company

About Us

Anode exists to accelerate the monumental shift away from the supersystem of extraction, processing, and burning of fossil fuels—toward lightweight capture and consumption from entirely renewable sources. We’re building scalable, silent, flexible, and efficient mobile energy infrastructure to power the zero-emission future. Our mobile battery energy storage systems (mBESS) represent a new category of clean, deployable power.

Position Overview

Anode is seeking its first Director of Supply Chain to establish the foundation of our sourcing, procurement, and cost-management disciplines. This is a hands-on, high-ownership individual contributor role that will evolve into a leadership position as Anode transitions from low-volume prototype builds to serialized production in 2027.

You will manage procurement activities spanning rapid prototype component sourcing to multi-million-dollar supply agreements with OEM partners. You will build and maintain the manufacturing bill of materials (MBOM), establish supplier relationships, and ensure that realized and projected costs are clear, traceable, and actionable. A critical near-term priority is developing a contract manufacturing partnership in 2026 to support Anode’s path to high-volume manufacturing. As our organization scales, you will shape sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and manufacturing partnerships—laying the groundwork for a supply chain that can grow with the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Manufacturing Partnership: Lead the evaluation, selection, and onboarding of a contract manufacturing partner in 2026 to support both low-volume prototype production and future high-volume serialized manufacturing. Define technical requirements, establish quality standards, and structure partnerships that can scale with product demand.
• Supplier Development & Management: Develop and manage a diverse supplier base spanning local fabricators, component distributors, and major OEM partners. Negotiate terms, monitor performance, and maintain trusted relationships that balance cost, quality, and delivery schedule.
• Cost Management & MBOM Ownership: Build and maintain organized, accurate manufacturing bills of materials that reflect both realized prototype costs and projected production costs. Work with engineering teams to capture design changes and ensure cost implications are visible and tracked.
• Strategic Sourcing & Risk Mitigation: Navigate evolving tariffs, supply disruptions, and regional manufacturing dynamics. Identify alternate sources, evaluate total cost of ownership, and develop long-term sourcing strategies that balance cost competitiveness with supply chain resilience.
• Procurement Execution: Own day-to-day purchasing activities across mechanical, electrical, and system components—driving competitive quotes, placing orders, and ensuring timely delivery to support rapid hardware iteration and prototype builds.
• Operational Foundation: Establish scalable supply chain processes, documentation practices, and cost-modeling frameworks that will support the transition to serialized production—creating systems and standards that can mature with the company.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to translate design requirements into sourcing strategies, manage component lead times, and resolve supply-related technical or schedule challenges.

Qualifications

Must Have:

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement roles within hardware or manufacturing environments
• Proven ability to operate both tactically and strategically—comfortable managing immediate procurement needs while building long-term sourcing plans
• Demonstrated success managing complex supplier bases across varied component categories and price points
• Experience with cost tracking, BOM maintenance, and supplier negotiations for electromechanical systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials; comfortable engaging directly with engineers to clarify requirements
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills in fast-paced, early-stage environments

Preferred:

• Experience evaluating, selecting, and onboarding contract manufacturers for electromechanical or energy systems
• Background in energy storage, electric vehicles, heavy equipment, or other electrified hardware systems
• Experience scaling manufacturing operations from prototype to low-volume and high-volume production
• Understanding of contract manufacturing models, quality systems (ISO, AS9100, etc.), and supplier qualification processes
• Familiarity with tariff impacts, regional sourcing strategies, and cost-reduction methodologies
• Experience with ERP or PLM systems for BOM and procurement management

Why This Role Matters

As Anode's first supply chain hire, you will define how we source, procure, and cost-manage the components that power our mobile energy systems. Your work will enable engineering and manufacturing teams to move quickly and confidently—turning design intent into reliable, cost-effective hardware. This is a foundational role that will directly shape our operational capabilities and our ability to scale from prototype to production.

IT Support Technician – Minneapolis, MN (Onsite, Full‑Time)

Provide onsite technical support, troubleshoot hardware/software issues, and ensure smooth daily IT operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues (Wi‑Fi, LAN, VPN)
• Install/configure OS, apps, and hardware
• Perform maintenance, updates, and break/fix repairs
• Set up new user workstations and peripherals
• Maintain asset inventory and follow ITSM processes
• Support office moves and tech refresh projects
• Escalate advanced issues to L2/L3 and document resolutions

Required Skills

• 2–5 years in IT field/desktop support
• Strong Windows OS, hardware, and basic networking skills
• Experience with AD, Office 365, and ticketing tools
• Ability to repair devices and support users
• Strong communication and independent working abilities

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to HCL policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to HCL policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off (PTO) per year (some positions are eligible for unlimited PTO); and 10 paid holidays per year.

Disclaimer

HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to for investigation.