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SpaceX · 3 days ago

Sr. Sourcing Specialist, Mechanical (Starship)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $115K/yr

2+ years exp

SpaceX is a company focused on revolutionizing space travel, particularly through its Starship program. They are seeking a Sr. Sourcing Specialist to lead procurement and fulfillment of valve hardware, managing sourcing activities and supplier relationships to ensure mission success.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage sourcing activities across a range of supported commodities including precision machined components, outside processes (e.g. heat treat, coatings, etc.), forgings, castings, and other complex manufactured parts

Quote out, negotiate, and place purchase orders for precision-machined valve components, ensuring alignment with technical specifications, cost targets, and delivery schedules

Forecast demand, evaluate supplier capacity, and proactively manage purchase orders to ensure uninterrupted supply of valve components in support of development and production schedules

Track and drive supplier performance metrics – such as quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost – in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications to align sourcing activities with suppliers possessing the optimal capabilities, ensuring manufacturability, quality, and cost efficiency

Manage frequent design changes by clearly and effectively communicating updates to the supply base, minimizing unproductive downtime and reducing lead times through proactive coordination

Taking the initiative to solve complex, open-ended supply chain problems in an ambiguous fast-evolving environment to ensure continuity of supply

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to confirm alignment, foster collaboration, and enable effective change management throughout the product lifecycle

Consistently complete tasks with a high level of efficiency and effectiveness, balancing speed and accuracy to meet critical program deadlines

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementContract NegotiationData AnalysisForecastingERP SystemsMaterial PlanningManufacturing ProcessesEffective CommunicationSelf-MotivatedProblem Solving

Required

Advanced degree; or bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following: Engineering, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Material or production planning, Operations management, Material cost control, Master production scheduling

Must be able to travel - up to 15% of work week travel may be required, including international travel

Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

Strong skills in data analysis using Excel, SQL and PowerBI

Experience with MRP or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and with managing bill of materials, work orders, and purchase orders

Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment. Capability to prioritize multiple on-going projects

Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and lead time analysis

Strong track record for achieving results; must be able to reference wins and quantify impact

Solid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, forgings, castings, heat treatment, coatings, etc

Effective written and verbal communications skills, with strong ability to communicate to all levels of internal personnel

Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguous situations and across organizational boundaries. History of self-learning & application of newly learned tools & techniques

Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs