Sourcing Specialist, PCB/PCBA (Starshield)

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

9d•$85,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sourcing Specialist, PCB/PCBA (Starshield) will own demand planning and strategic sourcing for hardware supporting SpaceX’s Starshield satellite constellation. The role drives end-to-end supply chain execution for critical components used on satellites and in production, balancing cost, quality, and lead-time targets while scaling production. The specialist works across procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics, and inventory, and helps suppliers meet high standards of performance and reliability. Starshield uses SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts, with an initial focus on Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. The position is based onsite in Hawthorne, California; remote work is not considered. The role may involve irregular hours to work with global suppliers, travel up to 25%, and extended hours or weekends when needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or at least 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management, or engineering.
May need to work irregular hours with global suppliers in different time zones.
Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed, up to 25%.
Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed.
Must work onsite in Hawthorne, California; remote work is not considered.

Nice To Haves

Technical procurement or planning experience with PCB, PCBA, or electrical components.
Technical procurement, manufacturing, or electronic component and board-level commodity experience.
Proven leadership and team-building skills.
Production purchasing experience.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of current technologies and applications such as MS Office Suite, SQL, and Access.
Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs.
Excellent customer service skills.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly in a fast-moving and changing environment.
Conducts all activities with the highest integrity.
Previous work experience reading datasheets, drawings, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies with key suppliers for existing platforms and new product development.
Aggregate hardware demand for the Starshield satellite constellation to create an accurate demand signal that supports production rate.
Serve as the supplier interface for RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
Partner with internal stakeholders to run and evaluate the RFX process and implement sourcing decisions.
Manage costs to meet project-specific budgets and forecasts.
Develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis.
Ensure suppliers have the equipment and materials needed to support prototype builds, product development, ramp-up, and mass production.
Drive internal and external process improvements and implement supplier cost-saving programs.
Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including contract awards, 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.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to company policy.