Sourcing Pro: Mechanical & Optical Commodities (Starlink)

InvestedintheMission; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Sourcing Specialist for Mechanical & Optical Commodities to lead supplier relationships for Starlink hardware. You will own end-to-end procurement, drive cost, quality, and schedule, and collaborate with engineering on NPI and production transitions.

This role demands strong negotiation, supply base development, and global sourcing experience. We value rigorous analysis, effective communication, and the ability to manage rapid design iterations in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field or 2+ years of purchasing/procurement experience.
• 3+ years of procurement experience in direct commodity sourcing (machined, optical, or photonic components).
• Experience reading technical drawings, data sheets, BOMs and related files.
• Experience with NPI and mass production environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supply base (domestic and international) for rapid design iteration.
• Work with suppliers on sourcing and cost management strategies for existing platforms and new product development.
• Own supply continuity, capacity planning, and production readiness for fast-scaling programs.

Skills

Procurement experience

NPI experience

Technical drawings reading

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Sourcing Specialist for Mechanical & Optical Commodities to lead supplier relationships for Starlink hardware. You will own end-to-end procurement, drive cost, quality, and schedule, and collaborate with engineering on NPI and production transitions.

This role demands strong negotiation, supply base development, and global sourcing experience. We value rigorous analysis, effective communication, and the ability to manage rapid design iterations in a fast-paced