Global Supply Manager, Propulsion

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

PTO & sick leave

Parental leave

Learning stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space seeks a Global Supply Manager, Machining, to design and scale supply chains for complex machined components supporting the Terran R program. You will partner with Propulsion Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, and Quality to meet cost, lead time, and delivery targets while achieving a competitive advantage.

You will lead supplier selection, manage contracts and milestones, drive risk management, and mentor teammates in precision machining processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years in supply chain or procurement.
• Experience managing suppliers for aerospace or advanced manufacturing commodities.
• Proven track record negotiating contracts and managing milestones.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (LN, SAP, Oracle) and machining processes awareness.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale supply chains for complex machined components creating competitive advantage.
• Lead sourcing and supplier management to meet cost, quality and delivery targets.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies including supplier selection and capacity planning.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality and Planning to influence design for manufacturability and milestones.
• Drive supplier performance through risk management, contract negotiations, and milestone tracking.
• Mentor and support team members, building expertise in precision machining processes and supplier development.

Skills

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Machining knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering

MBA

Tools

LN

SAP

Oracle

Job description

At Relativity Space, we're building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. OurTerran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launchcapacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock newopportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyondthe known.

Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven't been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you're in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you'll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we're writing together. Nowis a unique moment in time where it's early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, andthe culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The mostmeaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.

About the Team

The Supply Chain team turns design intent into executable reality, balancing lead time, cost, complexity, and manufacturability to ensure we can build and scale Terran R. On this team, you're not just placing orders; you're actively shaping the solution. With full ownership across raw materials, capital equipment, and services, the role requires both strategic thinking and day-to-day execution. As the company scales, supply chain becomes increasingly central, working closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and more to make decisions that work for today but also for tomorrow. This is a team for those who want to operate at the intersection of technical ambition and business execution, driving tangible progress to keep the Terran R program on track

About the Role

• As a Global Supply Manager, Machining, you'll work closely with stakeholders across Propulsion Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Planning, and more to design and scale both existing and novel supply chains in the sourcing and development of complex machined components that create a competitive advantage for the enterprise
• Lead sourcing and supplier management for custom machined components and major vehicle structures 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 team members, building expertise in precision machining processes and supplier development
• Act as a thought leader for machining commodities, continuously improving sourcing processes, supplier health, and program readiness

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field 5+ 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 CNC machining, 5-axis milling, turning, precision grinding, EDM, and tight-tolerance fabrication

Nice to Have

• MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering Direct experience managing machining commodities in aerospace (CNC machined components, castings, forgings, sheet metal fabrication, extrusions, etc.)
• Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP standards (specifically for machining processes), supplier qualifications, and audit processes
• Proven success driving supplier performance improvements through KPIs, recovery plans, and long-term agreements New Product Development (NPD) or Introduction (NPI) supply chain experience, preferably within aerospace or frontier technology industries
• Proficiency in supplier risk assessment, machining cost modeling, and capacity planning Understanding of material specifications, surface treatments, and inspection requirements for aerospace-grade machined parts

At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more!To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

Hiring Range: $116,400 — $174,600 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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