RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and manage the supply base for electronic components required across Starshield satellites
Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost-management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development
Evaluate demand while placing and managing purchase orders according to demand signals
Track delivery and supplier delivery performance
Provide guidance to internal engineering customers on recommended suppliers
Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs
Monitor global industry trends, track technology roadmaps, and partner with design teams to identify and mitigate supply and demand challenges
Partner with internal resources to drive adoption of low-cost parts and avoidance of obsolescence
Visit supplier facilities and accurately assess operational capability, financial health, and capacity in order to award contracts in support of new product development and long-term production
Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis, including strategic direction, capacity, market and industry position, and risk assessment
Manage costs to ensure alignment with program budgets
Present value propositions to executives, including those related to contract awards, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies, and critical supply issues
Work with supply chain engineers to develop requirements for both NPI and production phases
Negotiate contracts to ensure continuity of supply and protect SpaceX interests
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience working in one or more of the following, or 7+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
Engineering
Purchasing
Contract negotiation
Material or production planning
Operations or supply chain management
Material cost control
Master production scheduling
Technical procurement or planning experience with raw material commodities
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
6+ years of procurement experience in direct commodity sourcing
Technical procurement or planning experience with electronic components, PCBs, or PCBAs
Experience in new product introduction (NPI) and mass production (MP)
Experience reading technical drawings, data sheets, fabrication drawings, BOMs, and related files
Drive piece-price and tooling negotiations so commodity pricing meets best-in-class expectations while maintaining best-in-class quality, and drive continual cost reduction and avoidance through ad hoc price negotiations
Address all areas of category management, including category business plans, market conditions, technology roadmaps, cost modeling, and sourcing strategies
Proven track record of taking ownership, successfully negotiating preferred pricing, and driving results
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Conducts all activities with the highest level of integrity
Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel up to 50% of the work week as needed, including international travel
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet production targets
This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite. Remote work is not considered
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range
Level 3: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00
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.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
