Join Radiant as a Supply Chain Associate to support sourcing and acquisition for innovative portable nuclear microreactors.
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What you'll build
- Manage day-to-day PO tracking and expediting
- Serve as a point of contact for supplier relationships
- Analyze supplier quotes and cost data
- Support risk assessments using mechanical engineering background
- Help track procurement metrics
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 1–3 years of relevant experience
- Strong technical aptitude
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
- Interest in nuclear energy
- Exposure to supplier audits or inspections
- Coursework or interest in quality systems
Practical constraints
- Must work 100% onsite at El Segundo HQ
- Occasional travel to supplier locations (up to 30%)
Requirements
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Supply Chain Associate at Radiant plays a crucial role in managing purchase orders and supplier relationships, ensuring the timely acquisition of components for microreactor systems. This position requires a mechanical engineering background and involves analyzing supplier quotes, supporting risk assessments, and collaborating with various teams to meet technical sourcing criteria. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of relevant experience and a strong interest in developing their negotiation skills. Radiant's innovative approach to nuclear energy and its startup environment offer a unique setting for growth.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze October 7, 2026. Last confirmed on Radiant's careers page October 7, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Supply Chain Associate role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in El Segundo, CA, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- 1–3 years of relevant experience for this Supply Chain Associate role.
- Where is the role based?
- Radiant is hiring for this position in El Segundo, CA, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Radiant targets junior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Supply Chain Associate role at Radiant.
From the original posting
About the Role
Radiant is looking for a Supply Chain Associate to join the supply chain team supporting sourcing and acquisition of components, materials, and services for our micro-reactor systems. You'll work closely with Supplier Development Engineers (SDEs), Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations, developing hands-on experience in supplier evaluation and negotiation while contributing engineering judgment to sourcing decisions.
Responsibilities & Duties
Manage day-to-day PO tracking and expediting for assigned commodities.
Serve as a point of contact for lower-complexity supplier relationships; escalate higher-stakes commercial issues appropriately.
Analyze supplier quotes and cost data to surface savings opportunities.
Support risk assessments (supplier capacity, technical readiness) using your mechanical engineering background.
Help track procurement metrics (on-time delivery, cost variance) and contribute to supplier scorecards alongside SDEs.
Support supplier identification and evaluation on cost, quality, reliability, and capacity, working closely with SDE and Engineering teams.
Assist with negotiation prep (pricing, lead times, terms) under the guidance of senior supply chain staff.
Help draft and review MSAs, NDAs, and PO terms.
Collaborate with SDEs, Engineering, and Quality to translate technical requirements into sourcing criteria.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related engineering field)
1–3 years of relevant experience; manufacturing, hardware, or hands-on engineering project experience is a strong plus.
Strong technical aptitude with interest in developing commercial/negotiation skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Comfortable with ERP/MRP systems and standard office software (or willing to learn).
Occasional travel to supplier locations (up to 30%).
Desired Qualifications
Interest in nuclear energy or willingness to learn nuclear codes/standards (NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME BPVC Section III & VIII).
Exposure to supplier audits or inspections.
Coursework or interest in quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100).
Additional Requirements
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
Must work 100% onsite at El Segundo HQ.
Benefits and Perks
Stock: Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
Daily catered lunch. Free snacks and drinks.
Flexible PTO policy. Remote workday allocation.
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