Sourcing Specialist, Mechanical & Optical Commodities (Starlink)Active$100K

The opportunity

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

What you'll do

  • Develop and manage supply base (domestic and international) that enables rapid design iteration

  • Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost: management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development

  • Own supply continuity, capacity planning, and production readiness for rapidly scaling programs

  • Drive supplier negotiations including pricing, LTAs, capacity investments,: lead times, and commercial terms to ensure continuity of supply and protect SpaceX interests

  • Monitor global industry trends, track technology roadmaps, and actively: partner with the design teams to identify and mitigate supply and demand challenges

  • Drive supplier negotiations including pricing, LTAs, capacity investments, lead times, and commercial terms

What they're looking for

  • Partner with engineering teams to support new product introduction (NPI),: design changes, qualification activities, and production transitions
  • Build and maintain sourcing strategies including multi source development,: vertical integration opportunities, and new manufacturing techniques
  • Lead executive-level supplier escalations and recovery efforts for quality, delivery, and technical risks
  • Develop clear risk assessments, mitigation plans, and production recovery strategies