senior operations Systems Engineer ic · Posted Mar 30, 2026
$98,500 – $123,100
USD per year

About this role

Rivian is hiring a senior-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in Tustin, CA. The posting calls out experience with Security, Performance Optimization, Cloud Computing. Compensation is listed at $98,500–$123,100 per year.

Role
Systems Engineer
Function
operations
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Location
Tustin, CA
Department
Supply Chain & Logistics
Posted
Mar 30, 2026

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Job description

from Rivian careers

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary You will work alongside cross-functional teams to drive Rivian quality requirements and manage our Supplier Base quality performance ensuring seamless scaling of production. Your contributions will directly impact the performance and quality of Rivian Energy Storage System commodity, ensuring successful launches for new programs as proper management on current ones. This role is located onsite in Tustin, CA and reports to the Senior Manager of Supplier Development (ESS and Thermal). Responsibilities Responsibilities: Lead supplier industrialization and readiness for ESS components (Cell, busbars, contactors, frames, fuses, sensors, CCA’s and electronic assemblies), with a preference for Battery Packs, it contents and peripherals. Support supplier selection and capability assessment for both greenfield (new plant) and brownfield…

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