Space-Grade Supply Chain Planner — Equity & Growth

Varda Space Industries; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

Relocation support

Medical insurance (employee + depend.)

Job summary

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to secure on-time materials for spacecraft builds and improve production readiness. The role collaborates across supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering to align demand with engineering changes and lead-time updates.

The position is full-time at our El Segundo headquarters, offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth in a fast-moving space startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1+ years in engineering, purchasing, or planning, or 4+ years in related fields.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Epicor, etc.

Responsibilities

• Own demand and fulfilment planning for Varda capsule.
• Ensure accurate lead times and inventory levels to enable production.
• Maintain accurate configuration of assemblies through NPI changes.
• Monitor inventory levels and open orders; address issues or delays.
• Establish and monitor metrics to track supply chain performance.
• Conduct clear-to-build meetings with production and engineering teams.

Skills

ERP knowledge

MS Office

SQL

Power BI

JIRA

Confluence

Aerospace experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Epicor

Job description

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to secure on-time materials for spacecraft builds and improve production readiness. The role collaborates across supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering to align demand with engineering changes and lead-time updates.

The position is full-time at our El Segundo headquarters, offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth in a fast-moving space startup environment.