Starship Materials Manager – Inventory & Operations

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Manager, Materials Management to lead day-to-day materials management across fulfillment, storage, and distribution, and to mentor a multi-level team. This role emphasizes strategy, cost savings, safety, AS9100 quality, and collaboration with cross-functional partners.

You will partner with production, quality, and supply chain teams to optimize stock levels, reduce waste, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in materials management or logistics.
• Knowledge of inventory controls and process optimization.
• Experience coordinating multi-shift teams and warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day materials management across fulfillment, storage, and distribution.
• Manage a multi-level team across five shifts.
• Drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners on safety, AS9100 quality, and cost savings.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Process improvement

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Manager, Materials Management for the Starship program. You will lead day-to-day materials management across fulfillment, storage, and distribution, manage a multi-level team across five shifts, and drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes strategy, cost savings, safety, AS9100 quality, mentorship, and collaboration with cross-functional partners.