Relativity Space · 2 weeks ago
Staff Technical Global Supply Manager, Propulsion
Long Beach, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $194K/yr
7+ years expRelativity Space is building rockets to meet the demands of today's launch capacity while pushing the boundaries of science and innovation. The Staff Global Supply Manager, Propulsion will lead sourcing and supplier management for propulsion, ensuring cost, quality, and delivery targets are met, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and scale supply chains for complex components.
3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead sourcing and supplier management for propulsion ensuring cost, quality, and delivery targets are achieved
Develop and execute supply chain strategies, including supplier selection, long-term agreements, and capacity planning to support Terran-R build schedules
Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Planning to influence design for manufacturability and align procurement with program milestones
Drive supplier performance through rigorous risk management, contract negotiations, and milestone-based tracking
Mentor and support GSMs and GSSs on the team, building expertise in aerospace manufacturing processes and supplier development
Act as a thought leader for propulsion commodities, continuously improving sourcing processes, supplier health, and program readiness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
7+ years of professional experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement
Demonstrated experience managing suppliers for complex aerospace or advanced manufacturing commodities
Proven track record of negotiating contracts and managing milestone-based agreements
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (LN, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes such as machining, forming, welding, and assembly
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering
Direct experience managing structural commodities in aerospace (domes, barrels, interstages, thrust structures, etc.)
Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP standards, supplier qualifications, and audit processes
Proven success driving supplier performance improvements through KPIs, recovery plans, and long-term agreements
Strong understanding of aerospace raw materials (aluminum, titanium, Inconel, Cu-Ni-Sn alloys) and associated processing methods
New Product Development (NPD) or Introduction (NPI) supply chain experience, preferably within aerospace or frontier technology industries
Proficiency in supplier risk assessment, cost modeling, and capacity planning
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity
Generous PTO and sick leave policy
Parental leave
Annual learning and development stipend
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Company
Relativity Space
Relativity Space is an aerospace company that designs, develops, and builds 3D printed rockets.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.36BKey Investors
FidelityTiger Global ManagementPlayground Global
2023-11-15Series F· $20M
2022-02-03Secondary Market
2021-06-08Series E· $650M
Leadership Team
Eric Schmidt
Chair and CEO
David Giger
VP of Engineering
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