Sourcing Specialist (Starship)

SpaceX•Westminster, MD

5d•$85,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring a Sourcing Specialist for its Starship program. The role is part of the Supply Chain Department, which supports company operations through procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics, and inventory. The specialist will develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships and contracts, and support reliable, competitive supply throughout product development and production. The position is based onsite in Westminster, Maryland; remote work is not considered. Travel of up to 50% of the work week, including international travel, may be required. Extended hours and/or weekends may be needed to meet major milestones. Compensation is listed at Level 1: $85,000–$110,000 and Level 2: $100,000–$135,000; actual level and base salary depend on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Applicants must meet the stated U.S. export-control eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Must be able to travel; up to 50% work-week travel may be required, including international travel.
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones.
Must meet U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of professional experience in technical sourcing, procurement, or planning.
Experience reading drawings and blueprints.
Technical knowledge in a commodity such as composite raw materials, composite component manufacturing, machining, avionics, or soft goods.
Experience sourcing from a global supplier base using various contractual models.
Demonstrated success on cross-functional new product introduction projects, including cost modeling and negotiation.
Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing or planning functions.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly in a fast-moving and changing environment.
Ability to conduct all activities with the highest integrity.
Understanding of blockchain-powered supply-chain platforms for efficiency, traceability, and payment processing.

Responsibilities

Analyze suppliers and markets to develop strategic sourcing plans, identify suitable suppliers, optimize cost structures, and help ensure continuity of supply.
Manage the supplier base using supplier stratification and documented supplier-management processes.
Evaluate and select suppliers based on capability, quality, reliability, and price competitiveness, and manage supplier performance against goals and control plans.
Assess supplier technical capability, equipment, and capacity for new product development and long-term production.
Lead initiatives to improve supplier quality, total cost, service levels, coordination, delivery, pricing, lead times, payment, and risk compliance.
Develop supplier scorecards and track performance against key performance indicators; report on compliance, performance metrics, budgets, and sourcing trends.
Build relationships with internal stakeholders and develop procurement strategies aligned with business requirements.
Advise engineering on design decisions that support effective supply plans and drive make-versus-buy decisions across the product lifecycle.
Execute sourcing strategies, including RFI and RFP processes, supplier bid documentation, selection criteria, negotiations, contracting, and ongoing contract management.
Coordinate with engineering and quality teams to investigate rejected material and prevent or reduce recurring quality issues.
Administer moderate to large contracts and negotiate contract terms, pricing, technical requirements, scope, responsibility, liability, indemnification, intellectual property, and export compliance.
Issue purchase orders for SpaceX programs, support delivery, and maintain accurate and complete MRP master data.
Advise buyer/planners on strategies and tactics and provide oversight and support for tactical procurement execution.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount.
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.
Accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation.
10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to company policy.