Strategic Sourcing Manager, AI Satellite Electronics

SpaceX; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for the AI Satellite Electronics program in Bastrop, TX. You will partner with engineering and manufacturing to create and execute supply chain strategies that meet aggressive production goals, with final integration occurring in-house.

This onsite role demands cross-functional collaboration and a track record of delivering cost savings. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in purchasing/engineering or 7+ years in related fields, strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5+ years in relevant fields or 7+ years with broader experience.
• Experience with procurement, planning, and supplier development.
• Familiarity with contracts, pricing, and negotiation.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP, BOMs, work orders, and POs.
• Forecasting, demand planning, and lead time analysis.
• Data analysis using Excel, SQL, and PowerBI.
• Understanding manufacturing processes and finishes.
• APICS or Six Sigma certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create sourcing strategies for connectors, PCBA and harnessing.
• Manage supplier base to transition from NPI to full production.
• Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices.
• Forecast demand, evaluate capacity, and manage supply signals.
• Track high risk components and supplier delivery performance.
• Communicate with vendors and leadership to influence decisions.
• Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Develop a preferred supplier network to reduce cost and lead time.
• Conduct onsite reviews of vendor capabilities.
• Draft and manage contract documents with legal.

Skills

Engineering

Purchasing

Contract negotiation

Material planning

Production scheduling

Operations management

Supply chain management

Cost control

MRP/ERP systems

Forecasting

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Data analysis

Ambiguity handling

Learning ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years experience in related fields

APICS certification

Six Sigma certification

Tools

ERP systems

Communications with stakeholders

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for the AI Satellite Electronics program in Bastrop, TX. You will partner with engineering and manufacturing to create and execute supply chain strategies that meet aggressive production goals, with final integration occurring in-house.

This onsite role demands cross-functional collaboration and a track record of delivering cost savings. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in purchasing/engineering or 7+ years in related fields, strong