Production Reliability Engineer

Role highlights:Production Reliability EngineerLocation: AthensDepartment: Mission Assurance & Reliability; Global Manufacturing OrganisationReports to: Manager, Mission Assurance & ReliabilityEmployment type: PermanentWorkplace model: OfficeEmployment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO)Why this role matters:As a Production Reliability Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and scalability of ICEYE’s external manufacturing ecosystem. You will drive supplier quality activities across the full supplier lifecycle, from supplier selection and qualification to ongoing performance management and continuous improvement.Working closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, AIT Engineering, and external manufacturing partners, you will help ensure that critical electronic components and assemblies meet the highest standards for mission-critical space hardware. Your work will directly support ICEYE’s ability to deliver reliable, manufacturable, and high-performance systems at scale.Who We AreICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy, day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring including oil-spill detection, and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates globally across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We have more than 900 employees, united by a shared vision: improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.Your day-to-day responsibilitiesLead supplier preselection activities and supplier audits to assess capability, maturity, and compliance with ICEYE and industry standardsDefine and communicate technical and quality requirements to suppliers, ensuring clear understanding and consistent compliance across the supply chainMonitor supplier performance through quality, delivery, and responsiveness metrics, driving corrective and continuous improvement actions where neededManage supplier change requests, part approvals, process approvals, and configuration control activities together with Engineering and Configuration Management teamsLead supplier part qualification activities to ensure compliance with technical, quality, and regulatory requirements before production releaseIdentify and proactively mitigate supplier-related risks to support continuity of supply, product quality, and delivery performanceCollaborate closely with Design and AIT Engineering teams to improve manufacturability and inspectability of electronic assemblies and componentsAct as the primary point of contact for supplier-related quality issues, including non-conformances, deviation requests, and waiver managementWhat we’re looking forMust haves:Degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related fieldStrong experience in supplier quality management for high-reliability electronics, including audits, qualification activities, and supplier performance managementDeep understanding of electronics manufacturing processes and requirements for high-performance / harsh-environment electronic products, including PCB assembly, cable and harness assembly, and inspection methodologies.Experience managing non-conformances, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions in high-reliability manufacturing environmentsAbility to read and interpret schematics, PCB layouts, bills of materials, and detailed technical specificationsStrong understanding of traceability, configuration control, and change management for mission-critical hardwareData-driven mindset with the ability to analyze supplier performance and identify improvement opportunitiesStrong communication and stakeholder management skills across suppliers and cross-functional internal teamsAbility to drive results and influence decisions without direct authorityStructured problem-solving approach with strong analytical thinking skillsHigh level of ownership with a proactive and hands-on working styleAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environmentAbility to travel at least once a month to meet with our suppliersNice to haves:Familiarity with IPC-A-610 Class 3, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3, J-STD-001, and ECSS standardsExperience working with ERP systems in production environmentsExperience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing industriesApplication ProcessScreeningInitial InterviewTask & PresentationFinal On-site InterviewWorking at ICEYEAt ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.How We Work (Our Values)Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the why behind decisions.See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.Have fun: What we do matters and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.BenefitsOur benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionWe want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us and we will do our best to help.Apply now to start your ICEYE journey and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us aticeye.com.