Sr. Sourcing Specialist, Electronics (Starshield)

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Sr. Sourcing Specialist for Electronics in Starshield. You will manage demand planning and supplier sourcing for hardware used in the Starshield satellite constellation, partnering with key suppliers to drive cost, quality, and speed improvements.

This role requires hands-on procurement leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities include RFx management, should-cost modeling, and ensuring supplier readiness for prototype builds and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in purchasing, procurement, planning, or supply chain; or 5+ years in lieu of degree.
• Experience developing sourcing and cost-management strategies for hardware platforms.
• Ability to manage RFIs, RFPs, RFQs and RFx processes with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with suppliers to develop sourcing and cost-management strategies.
• Aggregate demand data to provide accurate demand signals for Starshield hardware.
• Serve as the supplier interface for RFIs, RFPs, RFQs.
• Coordinate RFx processes and evaluate results to inform sourcing decisions.
• Manage costs to align with program budgets and timelines.
• Develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis.
• Ensure suppliers support prototype builds and production ramp-up.
• Drive process improvements and cost-saving programs with suppliers.
• Present value propositions to SpaceX executives on contracts and costs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships and performance data.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Supplier relationship mgmt

RFx process management

Cost management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SQL

Access

Job description

Hawthorne, CA

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

SR. SOURCING SPECIALIST, ELECTRONICS (STARSHIELD)

Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on three areas: Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. Designed to meet diverse mission requirements, Starshield satellites are capable of integrating a wide variety of payloads, offering unique versatility to users. With the proven ability to iterate rapidly, SpaceX's unique full-stack approach in developing end-to-end systems, from launch vehicles to user terminals, enables the deployment of capabilities at scale with unprecedented speed. Starshield's proliferated low-Earth orbit architecture provides inherent resiliency and constant connectivity to on-orbit assets, while SpaceX's proven rapid launch capability provides expedient and economical access to space.

As a member of the Starshield Supply Chain team, you will manage the demand plan and sourcing for hardware used on, and in the making of, the Starshield satellite constellation. Our team moves quickly, and you must too. SpaceX has the unique ability and desire to influence and shape suppliers to be better partners as we challenge our supply chain on cost, quality, and speed of execution. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics, and inventory. This role’s scope will help enable production rates in the satellite factory of the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost-management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development
• Pull and aggregate the overall demand picture for hardware used to support the Starshield satellite constellation to provide an accurate demand signal that will enable rate
• Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs
• Partner with internal stakeholders to run the RFx process and evaluation, then use results to implement a sourcing decision
• Manage costs to ensure alignment with program budgets
• Develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis
• Ensure that suppliers are prepared to support all prototype builds with appropriate equipment and materials for successful product development, ramp-up, and production
• Drive internal and external process improvements to enhance efficiency and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers
• Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including those related to contract awards, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies, and critical supply issues
• Develop, manage, and maintain strong supplier partnerships
• Implement analytical data management tools to manage supplier performance

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience working in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management, or engineering; OR 5+ years of experience working in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, or supply chain management in lieu of a degree

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical procurement or planning experience with PCBs, PCBAs, or other electrical components
• Technical procurement, manufacturing, or electronic component and board-level commodity experience
• Proven track record of leadership and team-building skills
• Experience in production purchasing
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Knowledge and skills in current technologies and applications, e.g., Microsoft Office, SQL, Access, etc.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment
• Conducts all activities with the highest level of integrity
• Previous work experience reading datasheets, drawings, and blueprints

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May need to work irregular hours with global suppliers in different time zones
• Must be able to travel for short and extended trips as needed, up to 25%
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite. Remote work is not considered.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00
Level 2: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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