Sourcing Manager, PCBA (Starshield)
Sourcing Manager, PCBA (Starshield)
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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.
SOURCING MANAGER PCBA (STARSHIELD)
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 with us 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 roles scope will help enable rate production 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 enable 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 cost aggressively to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts
- Develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis
- Ensure that suppliers are prepared to support all prototype builds with appropriate equipment and material to ensure successful product development ramp up and mass 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 award 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:
- Bachelors 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 PCB PCBA or electrical components
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Technical procurement manufacturing or electronic component and board-level commodity experience
- Proven track record of leadership and team-building skills
- Experience in production purchasing preferred
- Exceptional analytical problem-solving and organizational skills
- Knowledge and skills in current technologies and applications e.g. MS Office Suite SQL Access etc.
- Effective written verbal and presentation communication skills
- Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
- Detail-oriented self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
- Conducts all activities with the highest integrity
- Previous work experience reading datasheets drawings and blueprints
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- May need to work irregular hours with global suppliers in different time zones
- Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed
- Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed
- This position is based in Hawthorne CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Sourcing Manager: $110000.00 - $145000.00/per year
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 stock options 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 SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
