Sr. Supply Chain Planner (Starshield)

SR. SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER, STARSHIELD

Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on three areas: Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. Designed to meet diverse mission requirements, Starshield satellites are capable of integrating a wide variety of payloads, offering unique versatility to users. With the proven ability to iterate rapidly, SpaceX's unique full-stack approach in developing end-to-end systems, from launch vehicles to user terminals, enables the deployment of capabilities at scale with unprecedented speed. Starshield's proliferated low-Earth orbit architecture provides inherent resiliency and constant connectivity to on-orbit assets, while SpaceX's proven rapid launch capability provides expedient and economical access to space.

As a member of the Starshield Supply Chain team, you will support an elite group of engineers and supply chain professionals to establish and maintain the signals that drive the business and enable production of the Starshield satellite constellation. Our team moves quickly, and you must too. SpaceX has the unique ability and desire to influence and shape suppliers to be better partners as we challenge our supply chain on cost, quality, and speed of execution. This role’s scope will help develop the factory of the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain accuracy and audit bills of materials in MRP systems in preparation for production at rate
• Establish and manage inventory level targets, review line of balances, align demand and 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 a well-thought-out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality
• Be an expert in MRP, triage the signals and understand the matrix, then apply your knowledge to educate the teams we support in the proper use of MRP and its benefit to the business
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and quality organizations to determine change cut-in, reduce obsolescence of material, and eliminate or reduce quality issues
• Partner with internal stakeholders on implementing advanced supply chain strategies for risk mitigation, such as long-term purchases and strategic safety stock
• Proactively manage inventory and prevent stockouts while optimizing the utilization of Starshield working capital
• Develop and maintain good relationships with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to enable the mission
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations
• Proactively update Starshield management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues
• Analyze supply chain data and report metrics around the health of MRP and the business’s execution against it

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience working in one or more of the following, or 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following in lieu of a degree:
  • Engineering
  • Purchasing
  • Contract negotiation
  • Material or production planning
  • Operations or supply chain management
  • Material cost control
  • Master production scheduling

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical knowledge in a commodity, for example machining, sheet metal fabrication, tube bending and assembly, weldment assembly, soft goods, etc.
• Proven success working 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 skills in Microsoft Excel and Project, able to create pivot tables or macros, and analyze 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 ever-changing environment
• Conducts all activities with the highest level of integrity
• Understanding of blockchain-powered supply chain platforms to boost efficiency, traceability, and transparency

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite. Remote work is not considered.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.