Sr. Supply Chain Planner (Starshield)

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Supply Chain Planner will support the Starshield Supply Chain team in establishing and maintaining the planning signals that drive the business and enable production of the Starshield satellite constellation. The role works with engineers and supply chain professionals in a fast-moving environment, helping suppliers improve cost, quality, and execution speed. Its scope includes helping develop the factory of the future.

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. Starshield satellites can integrate varied payloads, and its proliferated low-Earth orbit architecture is supported by SpaceX's rapid launch capability.

The position is based onsite in Hawthorne, California; remote work is not considered. Extended hours and/or weekend work may be needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in one or more of the listed fields, or at least 6 years of experience in one or more of those fields in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in one or more of the following: engineering, purchasing, contract negotiation, material or production planning, operations or supply chain management, material cost control, or master production scheduling.
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Must meet U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Technical knowledge in a commodity such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, tube bending and assembly, weldment assembly, or soft goods.
• Proven success on cross-functional new product introduction projects, completing cost models, and negotiating.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions.
• SQL experience.
• Power BI experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Project skills, including creating pivot tables or macros and analyzing data.
• Experience navigating multitier bills of materials and work orders.
• APICS certification.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly in a fast-moving and changing environment.
• Conducts all activities with the highest level of integrity.
• Understanding of blockchain-powered supply chain platforms to improve efficiency, traceability, and transparency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the accuracy of bills of materials and audit them in MRP systems in preparation for production at rate.
• Establish and manage inventory level targets; review line of balances; align demand, supply signals, and allocations; maintain product master data; and develop expertise in in-house systems and reports.
• Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing supply plans that meet product needs on time and with quality.
• Serve as an MRP expert, triage and interpret signals, and educate supported teams on proper MRP use and its business benefits.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and quality organizations on change cut-in, material obsolescence reduction, and quality issue elimination or reduction.
• Partner with internal stakeholders on advanced supply chain risk mitigation strategies, including long-term purchases and strategic safety stock.
• Manage inventory proactively, prevent stockouts, and optimize utilization of Starshield working capital.
• Develop and maintain relationships with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to enable the mission.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and government regulations.
• Proactively update Starshield management and engineering teams on critical supply issues.
• Analyze supply chain data and report metrics on MRP health and business execution.

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, vision, and dental coverage.
• Access to a 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level