We’re on a mission to make the skies safe and accessible for everyone. Our technology gives pilots greater control by simplifying the management of any aircraft during standard flight operations, inclement weather, and emergencies. Our SkyOS solution, rigorously and relentlessly developed by skilled and dedicated Skyrysers, is the key to unlocking this unbounded future. Our technology, combined with our commitment to saving lives and our passion for aviation, will empower everyone to experience the joy and freedom of flight.
SENIOR MANAGER, SUPPLY CHAIN - EL SEGUNDO, CA
Skyryse is seeking a Senior Manager of Supply Chain to help build a reliable, scalable, and FAA-compliant supply chain as we move toward production. This leader will drive day-to-day operations, strengthen sourcing, planning, and supplier management capabilities. The ideal candidate brings aerospace experience, startup agility, and the ability to implement the systems and tools needed to scale. This is a full-time onsite role based in El Segundo, CA reporting to the VP of Engineering.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Support the development and continuous improvement of a scalable, flexible supply chain model that enables program growth across multiple platforms.
- Manage core supply chain functions, including sourcing, category management, demand planning, MRP, logistics, supplier quality, and commercial contracting.
- Lead a team of highly accountable Buyers across key supply chain domains (planning, sourcing, materials, supplier development) with clear ownership and performance metrics.
- Execute commercial agreements, vendor terms, and sourcing strategies, and drive supplier performance through onboarding, tiering, scorecards, and risk-mitigation strategies.
- Ensure supply chain compliance with FAA regulations through supplier qualification, traceability, and documentation discipline.
- Maintain ERP/MRP accuracy and process discipline using NetSuite or similar tools, and support implementation of supply chain data, tools, and reporting systems that improve visibility, forecasting, and decision-making.
- Support implementation of supply chain data, tools, and reporting systems to improve visibility, forecasting, and decision-making across teams.
- Integrate supply chain inputs into product lifecycle milestones and collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and leadership to align supply chain activities with program timelines and company priorities.
- 7–10+ years of progressive supply chain experience, with at least 3–5 years in aerospace or adjacent regulated industries.
- Experience operating in both structured aerospace environments and fast-moving, high-change organizations such as startups or new product ventures.
- Strong background in supplier strategy, sourcing, and contract execution.
- Familiarity with FAA regulatory environments, including PMA (Part 21) and repair station operations under Part 145.
- Hands-on experience implementing or significantly upgrading ERP/MRP systems (e.g., NetSuite deployment, BOM structuring) in a growing organization.
- Experience scaling a supply chain from development/prototype through rate production, including supplier industrialization and capacity planning.
- Proven success driving supplier strategies and category management initiatives that improve cost, quality, delivery, and lead times.
WHY SKYRYSE?
- The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
- Compensation Range: $130,000 - $160,000
- Valuable stock option plan
- Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
- Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
- A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!
WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.
The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.
Skills Required
- 7-10+ years of progressive supply chain experience, with at least 3-5 years in aerospace or adjacent regulated industries.
- Experience operating in both structured aerospace environments and fast-moving, high-change organizations such as startups or new product ventures.
- Strong background in supplier strategy, sourcing, and contract execution.
- Familiarity with FAA regulatory environments, including PMA (Part 21) and repair station operations under Part 145.
- Hands-on experience implementing or significantly upgrading ERP/MRP systems (e.g., NetSuite deployment, BOM structuring) in a growing organization.
- Experience scaling a supply chain from development/prototype through rate production, including supplier industrialization and capacity planning.
- Proven success driving supplier strategies and category management initiatives that improve cost, quality, delivery, and lead times.
Skyryse Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Skyryse and has not been reviewed or approved by Skyryse.
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Affordable Benefits — Health insurance is heavily subsidized with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families. The low out-of-pocket burden meaningfully increases the value of total compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Policies include 20 days of accrued PTO per year plus sick time and paid holidays, with some materials also describing an unlimited vacation approach. The breadth of time-off offerings compares favorably for a startup environment.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Daily free meals, an onsite gym with a holistic wellness program, snacks and drinks, onsite parking, a mother’s room, and relocation assistance provide tangible day-to-day support. These amenities enhance workplace convenience and overall quality of life.
Skyryse Insights
What We Do
Over a century after the Wright Brothers changed the course of aviation at Kitty Hawk, we are working to open up the skies to the masses. By combining technology and human ingenuity, we want to usher in the next great era of transportation. Skyryse wants to allow anyone, to fly anywhere, in any aircraft, safely and as a highly experienced pilot would. Powered by the Skyryse operating system, we automate flight controls and management to achieve unmatched safety and eliminate opportunities for human error in all flight stages, and in emergency situations. We want to make flying as ubiquitous as the road and as safe as the elevator.
Why Work With Us
Our Four Core Values: Operate as One Team Push for the impossible Move fast to get results with safety, discipline, and purpose Listen to each other with humility to get to the best solution
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