Sourcing Engineer

Galvion; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Galvion, a global defense technology leader, is seeking a sourcing and supplier development professional to build and execute strategies for complex commodities and engineered components. You will work with international suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure supplier qualification, production readiness, and cost optimization.

You will lead RFQs, negotiate commercial terms, and drive total cost of ownership analyses while aligning with engineering, quality, and operations to

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical product engineering, sourcing and supplier development.
• Experience working with international suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for complex commodities and engineered components.
• Lead supplier qualification, production readiness reviews, and tooling evaluations.
• Support RFQs, supplier evaluation, and final supplier approvals.
• Negotiate commercial terms including pricing, lead times, MOQs and payment terms.
• Drive total cost of ownership analyses and supplier risk assessments.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality and Operations to industrialize new products.

Skills

Sourcing

Supplier development

International suppliers

Cross-functional teamwork

Contract negotiation

Data analysis

Cost analysis

PLM Arena

Power BI

Excel

Trade compliance

TCO analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Arena PLM

SharePoint

ERP systems

Job description

THE COMPANY

Galvion is a global defense technology leader specializing in advanced protective solutions and intelligent power systems for military and tactical operations worldwide. We design, develop, and manufacture ballistic helmets and data management solutions for the modern battlefield. Galvion emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking design to meet the evolving needs of the modern world.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for technically complex commodities including soft goods, plastic injection molding, casting, machining, forging, tooling, electronic and other engineered components.
• Support market analysis and supplier identification through RFQ, supplier evaluation, negotiation, qualification and final supplier approval.
• Follow and enforce Galvion's Sourcing Gate process, ensuring all required technical, commercial, quality, capacity, trade compliance and risk-assessment steps are completed before a supplier is approved and awarded business.
• Ensure sourcing decisions are supported by documented gate review, cross-functional alignment and clear approval criteria at each stage of the sourcing process.
• Develop cost, supplier and risk analysis focused on total cost of ownership, competitiveness, capacity and supply chain resilience.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, dual sourcing, localization and supplier consolidation.

Supplier Development & Industrialization

• Assess supplier technical capabilities, manufacturing processes, capacity and scalability.
• Lead supplier qualification, production readiness, tooling reviews, FATs and new supplier industrialization in collaboration with Engineering, Quality and Operations.
• Develop and monitor supplier improvement plans covering cost, quality, delivery and capacity.

Engineering & New Product Introduction

• Partner closely with Product Engineering and Product Design to source and industrialize new products, components and manufacturing processes.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing requirements and translate them into clear supplier requirements.
• Support DFM, tooling and manufacturing process discussions to optimize cost, quality and manufacturability.

Strategic Supplier Selection & Commercial Management

• Support the evaluation and selection of strategic suppliers, balancing technical capability, quality, cost competitiveness, capacity, flexibility, scalability, geographic risk and long-term strategic fit.
• Lead complex RFQs and negotiate commercial agreements that secure the right long-term partner for Galvion, including pricing, lead times, capacity commitments, tooling, MOQs, payment terms and other key commercial conditions.
• Develop long-term supply agreements and partnership structures that provide competitive pricing while securing sufficient capacity, flexibility and responsiveness to support Galvion's growth over the coming years.
• Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers and establish clear expectations around capacity growth, continuous improvement, quality, delivery and cost competitiveness.

International Sourcing & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Develop and leverage a network of manufacturing suppliers in Europe, Asia-Pacific , Africa or other international markets outside the Americas and identify opportunities to strengthen Galvion's global supply base.
• Knowledge of country specific sourcing practices, market conditions, trade requirements and relevant regulatory considerations.
• Support cross-functional sourcing projects involving Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance and Product Development.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5–8+ years of experience in mechanical product engineering, sourcing, and supplier development.
• Strong knowledge of key commodities—including soft goods, plastic injection molding, electronics, castings, machining, forging, and tooling manufacturing—paired with demonstrated experience managing technically complex suppliers.
• Experience working directly with international suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams, supported by a strong understanding of trade compliance requirements and a willingness to travel internationally.
• Proficiency in PLM systems (such as Arena), Power BI, SharePoint, and Excel, alongside basic knowledge of ERP systems.
• Fluency in English with exceptional communication, presentation, and cross-functional influence skills, including experience interacting with senior leadership.
• Ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced environment with a continuous improvement mindset and strong project leadership abilities.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and risk management capabilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in cost and total-cost-of-ownership (TCO) analysis.

WHY JOIN GALVION?

At Galvion, innovation, collaboration, and purpose drive everything we do. You'll work alongside talented professionals dedicated to developing advanced protective systems that help safeguard those who serve. We offer challenging work, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to products that make a real-world difference.

If you're passionate about excellence engineering and want to help shape the future of military protection, we'd love to hear from you.

Galvion provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Galvion complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.