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Our electronically steered flat panel antennas enable seamless communications on-the-move.Kymetasolutions serve government, military, maritime, transport, and public safety clients worldwide, providing uninterrupted connectivity and spatial intelligence anywhere, anytime. With over 150 patents,Kymetais shaping the future of global communications. For more information, visitkymetacorp.com\nWhat We Need\nKymetais seeking an exceptional in-region Supplier Development Engineer with flat panel display foundry, flex circuit, high-volume surface mount technology and chip-on-board (COB) / chip-on-flex (COF) display technology experience to serve as technical coach and change agent while working directly with suppliers to mature processes and ensure seamless collaboration between them andKymeta’sengineering design teams. This position is 100% remote, based in primarily in Japan with the ability to travel in APAC region to efficiently execute the job responsibilities.\nCandidates must be currently residing in Japan and legally authorized to work in Japan, as this role requires regular travel to supplier sites throughout the region.\nKEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nLead technical oversight for high-risk and niche suppliers, conducting deep process and capability assessments toidentifysystemic risks, resolve complex performance issues through root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.\n\nLead strategic supplier development programs for critical and strategic suppliers.\n\nAssistKymetasupply chain and engineering inidentifyingand selecting niche vendors to execute key aspects ofKymetametamaterials based terminal supply plan.\n\nPartner closely withKymetaStrategic Sourcing, Supplier Quality and Engineering teams to enableoptimalsupply outcomes withKymetain region of responsibility.\n\nTravel as needed to supplier sites and engage with current and potentialKymetasuppliers in region facilitating sourcing and supplyobjectiveswithKymeta. Travel toKymetain Redmond, WA on occasion asrequired.\n\nSKILLS\nStrong technical knowledge of all processes/procedures involved in COB/COF technologies, novel substrates.\n\nSelf-driven and motivated, with the ability to break down complex problems into actionable solutions.\n\nCollaborative team player with excellent communication and documentation skills.\n\nDemonstrated curiosity to understand system-levelbehaviorwhilemaintainingattention to critical details.\n\nAdvanced written and spokenproficiencyin Japanese and Englishis required totranslate and manage technical documentation.Additionalfluency in Mandarin Chinese is preferred to support the broader APAC region.\n\nEXPERIENCE\n7+ years of experience in flat panel display or related industry design or process engineering\n\nProventrack recordof improving supplier processes and coordinating efforts between US based design entities and remote vendors resulting in reduced time to market and stable supplier outcomes.\n\nEDUCATION\nBachelor’s orMaster’sdegree in Materials Science, ElectricalEngineeringor a related technical field (e.g., Mathematics, Physics)required.\n\nCOMPENSATION\nKymeta is committed to fair andequitablecompensation practices. 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