• Develop and manage supply base (domestic and international) to support all PCBA and harnesses assemblies through NPI and production phases 
• Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development 
• Provide guidance to internal customers on design for manufacturability and trade analysis for electronic piece parts on PCBAs, onboarding requirements, and quality
• Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs and RFQs. Partner with internal resources (Falcon, Dragon, Starlink, Starship and responsible engineers) to drive adoption of low-cost parts and avoidance of obsolescence
• Visit supplier facilities and accurately assess operational capability, financial health, and capacity in order to award contracts in support of new product development and long-term production
• Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis, including strategic direction, capacity, market and industry position, and risk assessment
• Manage costs to ensure alignment with program budget
• Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including those related to contract award, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies and critical supply issues 
• Work with supply chain engineers to develop requirements for both NPI and production phases 
• Ensure partners are prepared to support all prototype builds with appropriate equipment, material to ensure a successful product development, ramping up and production
• Negotiate long term contracts to ensure continuity of supply and protect SpaceX interests 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience working in a supply chain, production or engineering function; or advanced degree and 3+ years of experience working in a supply chain, production or engineering function; or 9+ years of experience working in a supply chain, production or engineering function
• Technical procurement or planning experience with PCB, PCBA, or electrical components
• Experience managing external supplier partners 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Experience reading technical drawings, data sheets, fabrication drawing, BOMs and all related PCBA and harness files
• Proven track record of taking ownership, successfully negotiating preferred pricing and driving results
• Knowledge of electronic components, PCBs, connectors, silicon front end and back end assembly and test
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills
• Conducts all activities with the highest level of integrity
• Security clearance 

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.