Spacecraft Supply Chain Manager

Katalyst Space Technologies; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options & equity

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Catered lunches

Job summary

Katalyst Space Technologies is seeking a seasoned supply chain leader to oversee end-to-end procurement, supplier management, and material planning for spacecraft development. You will drive strategic partnerships, manage long-lead components, and ensure on-time delivery across rapid development cycles.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams, implement ERP/MRP processes, and shape supplier performance while aligning with ITAR and defense-related requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, sourcing, manufacturing operations, or supplier management within aerospace, defense, space, or other high-reliability industries.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex hardware supply chains with long-lead components, custom manufacturing, and technical suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of Katalyst's end-to-end supply chain operations, helping ensure the timely procurement and delivery of hardware, components, and services required for spacecraft development and production.
• Build and manage relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and strategic partners, negotiating pricing, lead times, quality requirements, and long-term agreements.
• Manage material planning, inventory management, and demand forecasting activities to support rapid development cycles while balancing cost, schedule, and risk.
• Partner closely with engineering, production, quality, and program management teams to identify supply chain risks, drive mitigation plans, and ensure program success.
• Establish scalable procurement, sourcing, and supplier management processes that enable Katalyst to transition from development programs into sustained production.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Contract management

Startup environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related technical field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Katalyst Space Technologies is seeking a seasoned supply chain leader to oversee end-to-end procurement, supplier management, and material planning for spacecraft development. You will drive strategic partnerships, manage long-lead components, and ensure on-time delivery across rapid development cycles.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams, implement ERP/MRP processes, and shape supplier performance while aligning with ITAR and defense-related requirements.