Global Mechanical Supply Manager — Space Tech

SpaceX; Lockhart (TX); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SpaceX is seeking a Global Supply Manager, Mechanical (Starlink) to lead sourcing for Starlink mechanical components, including solar and battery hardware, within Bastrop, TX. You will build and manage a global supplier network, drive cost reductions, and ensure alignment with program budgets while collaborating with internal teams.

The role requires strong negotiation, planning, and leadership skills to optimize value and delivery across multiple Starlink programs in a fast-moving environment.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience in engineering, purchasing, contract negotiation, or supply chain roles.
• Experience with cost control and production scheduling is preferred.
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and manage supplier base to support sourcing for solar and battery space for Starlink components.
• Provide weekly status reporting and escalate issues to management.
• Mentor team and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop sourcing and cost strategies for platforms and capital purchases.
• Understand production equipment to identify cost, space, and process optimization opportunities.
• Negotiate to maximize value, control costs, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Build and own project budgets and capitalization plans focusing on total cost of ownership.
• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and supplier analysis.
• Communicate equipment status, schedules, risks, and mitigations to executives.

Conocimientos

Engineering

Purchasing

Contract negotiation

Material planning

Operations

Supply chain management

Cost control

Master production scheduling

Capital equipment sourcing

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Descripción del empleo

SpaceX is seeking a Global Supply Manager, Mechanical (Starlink) to lead sourcing for Starlink mechanical components, including solar and battery hardware, within Bastrop, TX. You will build and manage a global supplier network, drive cost reductions, and ensure alignment with program budgets while collaborating with internal teams.

The role requires strong negotiation, planning, and leadership skills to optimize value and delivery across multiple Starlink programs in a fast-moving environment.