Electronics Sourcing Manager, Starshield

Starlink; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for Electronics (Starshield) to lead supplier development for satellite electronics and to drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements. You will work with suppliers and internal engineering to optimize NPI and production sourcing strategies.

Applicants should have a strong background in procurement of electronic components, experience with BOMs, and the ability to negotiate complex contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in engineering, purchasing, or supply chain, or 7+ years in these areas.
• Experience with electronics components, PCB/PCBAs preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings and data sheets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supplier base for electronic components on Starshield satellites.
• Negotiate contracts to ensure continuity of supply and favorable pricing.
• Monitor supplier performance, manage POs, and track demand signals.
• Collaborate with engineering to define supplier requirements for NPI and production.
• Travel up to 50% and support international travel as needed.

Skills

Procurement

Contract negotiation

Supply chain management

Electronics procurement

Strategic sourcing

NPI/MP

Technical drawings reading

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering/related field

Tools

BOMs

Data analysis

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for Electronics (Starshield) to lead supplier development for satellite electronics and to drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements. You will work with suppliers and internal engineering to optimize NPI and production sourcing strategies.

Applicants should have a strong background in procurement of electronic components, experience with BOMs, and the ability to negotiate complex contracts.