SpaceX · 9 hours ago
Sr. Sourcing Specialist, Mechanical (Starshield)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
2+ years expSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. As a member of the Starshield Supply Chain team, you will manage the demand plan and sourcing for hardware used in the Starshield satellite constellation, ensuring efficiency and quality in procurement and supplier management.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices related to assigned category
Forecast demand, evaluate capacity, and manage supply signals to adjust incoming material
Track high risk components and supplier delivery performance
Communicate clearly and rapidly to influence decisions of vendors and senior leadership
Interpret engineering drawings and Bill of Material (BOMs)
Create sourcing strategies for all mechanical custom and Commercial Off the Self (COTS) hardware
Develop a preferred supplier network and leverage it to minimize cost and lead time for the fabrication and delivery of parts
Supported commodities include but are not limited to machined parts, electromechanical equipment, large machining, finish processes, mechanical assemblies, etc
Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed and efficiency
Manage outsource fabrication projects including planning, coordinating with stakeholders, estimating completion, and manage vendor performance
Perform onsite reviews of vendor capabilities
Responsible for authoring of contract documents with the legal department
Management of contracts ensuring performance of the supplier to contract obligations
Understand interrelationships between contracts and terms while applying creativity and sound business reasoning to interpret application of contract to business needs
Utilize negotiations to maximize value and cost savings benefit while lowering risk
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience working in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management, or engineering; OR 5+ years of experience working in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management in lieu of a degree
Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed, up to 25% travel
Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed
This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
Preferred
2+ years of professional experience in technical sourcing, procurement, or planning
Solid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, waterjet, laser cutters, sheet metal fabrication, etc
Familiar with common material finishes and coatings, including paint, powder coat, anodize, heat treatment etc
Experience with Material Resource Planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and with managing bill of materials, work orders, and purchase orders
American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) certification, Six Sigma certification, or similar certifications
Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and lead time analysis
Strong skills in data analysis using Excel, SQL and PowerBI
Effective written and verbal communications skills, with strong ability to communicate to all levels of internal personnel
Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
Ability to conduct all activities with integrity and urgency
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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