Senior Manager, Aerospace Supply Chain & FAA Compliance

Skyryse; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock option plan

Subsidized medical, dental and vision

20 days PTO + 5 sick days

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Skyryse in El Segundo, CA seeks a Senior Manager of Supply Chain to scale a FAA‑compliant, reliable supply chain as we move toward production. You will drive day‑to‑day operations, strengthen sourcing, planning, and supplier management capabilities.

The ideal candidate brings aerospace experience, startup agility, and the ability to implement systems and tools to scale. This is a full‑time onsite role reporting to the VP of Engineering.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive supply chain experience in aerospace or regulated industries.
• Experience in both structured aerospace environments and fast-moving startups or new product ventures.
• Strong background in supplier strategy, sourcing, and contract execution.
• Familiarity with FAA regulatory environments, including PMA (Part 21) and repair station operations under Part 145.
• Hands-on experience implementing or upgrading ERP/MRP systems (e.g., NetSuite, BOM structuring).

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve a scalable, flexible supply chain model supporting program growth.
• Lead sourcing, category management, demand planning, MRP, logistics, and supplier quality.
• Direct a team of Buyers with clear ownership and performance metrics.
• Execute commercial agreements, vendor terms, and sourcing strategies; drive supplier performance.
• Ensure FAA compliance through supplier qualification, traceability, and documentation discipline.
• Maintain ERP/MRP accuracy and implement reporting systems to improve visibility and forecasting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and leadership to align timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory awareness

Negotiation

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

NetSuite

BOM management

Contract management

Job description

Skyryse in El Segundo, CA seeks a Senior Manager of Supply Chain to scale a FAA‑compliant, reliable supply chain as we move toward production. You will drive day‑to‑day operations, strengthen sourcing, planning, and supplier management capabilities.

The ideal candidate brings aerospace experience, startup agility, and the ability to implement systems and tools to scale. This is a full‑time onsite role reporting to the VP of Engineering.