A New Paradigm For Space Operations.
Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a ‘one-to-many’ system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.
This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.
What You’ll Do:
We are seeking a Business Operations & Supply Chain Analyst to support our growing operations and supply chain organization. This early-career role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, improving processes, solving operational problems, and collaborating across teams.
Job Responsibilities:
- Support daily procurement, purchasing, and supply chain activities
- Track purchase orders, supplier commitments, delivery dates, pricing, and material requirements
- Coordinate with suppliers to obtain updates and resolve routine discrepancies
- Identify material shortages, late deliveries, excess inventory, and other supply chain risks
- Maintain accurate supplier, purchasing, inventory, and ERP data
- Develop reports and dashboards to track inventory, costs, and operational performance
- Document workflows and implement standardized business processes
- Support cross-functional projects, AS9100 implementation, and other operational improvements
What It Takes:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, operations, finance, analytics, or a related field
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Excel and spreadsheets
- Ability to analyze data and communicate findings clearly
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in supply chain, aerospace manufacturing, and process improvement
What We'd Love:
- Internship or early-career experience in supply chain, procurement, operations, finance, or analytics
- Experience working with vendors or suppliers
- Exposure to ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Experience developing dashboards or operational reports
- Familiarity with SQL, Python, or other data-analysis tools
- Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or a startup environment
- Familiarity with AS9100, FAR, DFARS
Where You’ll Be:
- The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA.
What We Offer:
- Equity-Based Compensation
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% company match
- Highly Competitive PTO
- Paid company holidays + winter break
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Unique Performance-based bonus opportunities
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 ITAR here
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, operations, finance, analytics, or a related field
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Excel and spreadsheets
- Ability to analyze data and communicate findings clearly
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in supply chain, aerospace manufacturing, and process improvement
- U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, refugee or asylee status, or eligibility to obtain required ITAR authorizations
- Internship or early-career experience in supply chain, procurement, operations, finance, or analytics
- Experience working with vendors or suppliers
- Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Experience developing dashboards or operational reports
- Familiarity with SQL, Python, or other data-analysis tools
- Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or a startup environment
- Familiarity with AS9100, FAR, and DFARS
What We Do
Space Kinetic is focused on our nation’s most urgent national security priorities. Our goal is to rethink space operations down to first principles to deliver game-changing capabilities for missile defense and space superiority.
