Sr. Supply Chain Planner, Harnessing (Starship)

SpaceX • Texas, Texas • 1w ago

Starbase, TX

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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 of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER, HARNESSING (STARSHIP)

SpaceX is on a fast track to become the market leader in various product categories like US based human spaceflight, rapid vehicle reusability, internet services through the Starlink constellation and others exciting projects. The SpaceX Supply Chain Department is a critical player in our operations. To capitalize on SpaceX's technological and market changing successes, our Avionics team will be part of managing an agile and innovative, yet robust supply chain that enables a competitive advantage for the company. Avionics Supply Chain plays a key role in enabling SpaceX to meet these ambitious growth targets and greatly contribute in making us a multi-planetary species.

This is a high-profile, cross functional position that plays an integral role in enabling production flow and supporting launch manifest and key developmental goals for our Avionics products. Working in close coordination with engineering and manufacturing departments, supply chain planners execute effective, creative, and smart supply chain strategies to achieve production goals. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics and inventory.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, lead, and execute sourcing strategies with consideration and results for end-to-end supply chain excellence through technical collaboration, product introduction, cost modeling, logistics, manufacturing, quality control, ordering/delivery, integration, and reusability

Analyze risks (such as single sourced parts, rate volatility, spend, etc.), and develop and execute on mitigation plans

Build cross functional teams, and champion continuous improvement initiatives to meet or exceed cost, quality, and delivery goals

Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues

Be an extreme owner for the success of NPI including through advanced material purchasing, DFM conversations and feedback, make vs. buy decisions, should cost modeling, etc.

Provide guidance to internal customers on design for manufacturability and trade analysis for electronic components, onboarding requirements, and quality

Issue purchase orders, and ensure delivery to production plan

Resolve purchase order discrepancies and invoice issues

Manage vendor relationships and grow the supply base as needed in alignment with the broader team sourcing strategy

Prevent stockouts and, as issues arise, tackle them with a ferocious sense of urgency

Support supplier visits and assess for capability to meet cost, quality, and delivery goals

Ensure compliance with all company policies & procedures and government regulations

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Advanced degree; OR bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; OR 6+ 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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Knowledge of electronic commodities (Actives/passives, Electro-mechanical, PCBs, Connectors, cable, harness assembly etc.)

Strong understanding of the electronics market, trends, technology leaders, and current pricing trends in the market

Technical knowledge and skills in coding and computer applications, (e.g. MS Office Suite, VBA, Smartsheet, SQL, Confluence, JIRA, Power BI, etc.)

Self-motivated, quick learner, and ability to prioritize efforts to meet customer and company goals

Experience reading technical drawings, data sheets, fabrication drawing, BOMs and all related PCBA and harness files

Ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external supplier relationships in a fast-moving and ever-changing environment

Proven track record of taking ownership, successfully negotiating preferred pricing and driving results

Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills

Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills

Holds self to highest ethical standards, and conducts all activities with the highest of integrity

ADDITIONAL REQUIRMENTS:

Must be available to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

Must be willing to travel for businesses purposes as needed

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 ITARhere (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc\kb\article\page&sys\id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

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.

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