SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER (STARSHIP)
The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in our operations. This role will be part of the Supply Chain Launch & Infrastructure team and will be based out of Starbase, Texas. The functions within the team include planning & fulfillment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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 to a well thought out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality
- Execute Material Resource Planning (MRP) planning messages for production parts
- Be the “go to” resource for engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and materials management for supply questions related to the Starbase Pad
- Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues
- Resolve purchase order discrepancies and invoice issues
- Analyze procurement data and report metrics
- Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Advanced degree; or 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:
- Engineering
- Purchasing
- Contract negotiation
- Material or production planning
- Operations or supply chain management
- Material cost control
- Master production scheduling
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 1+ years of experience using SQL in business analysis, product management, applications/software development, or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems support
- Technical procurement, manufacturing, and vendor management experience
- Experience reading datasheets, drawings, and blueprints
- Proven track record of leadership and team building skills
- Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions
- Knowledge and skills in current technologies and applications (e.g. MS Office Suite, Access, SQL, etc.)
- Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
- Excellent customer service skills
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
- Conducts all activities with the highest levels of integrity
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape
- Must be able to travel - up to 35% work week travel may be required, including international travel
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
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 the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].
Skills Required
- Advanced degree, or bachelor’s degree plus 2+ years of relevant experience, or 6+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in engineering, purchasing, contract negotiation, material or production planning, operations or supply chain management, material cost control, or master production scheduling
- Ability to pass an Air Force background check for Cape
- Ability to travel up to 35% of the work week, including international travel
- Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
- U.S. citizenship, U.S. national status, lawful permanent residency, refugee or asylee status, or eligibility to obtain required ITAR authorizations
- At least 1 year of SQL experience in business analysis, product management, software development, or ERP systems support
- Technical procurement, manufacturing, and vendor management experience
- Experience reading datasheets, drawings, and blueprints
- Leadership and team-building experience
- Experience with ERP systems and purchasing or planning functions
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Access, SQL, and related technologies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and presentation skills
- Excellent customer service skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
SpaceX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SpaceX and has not been reviewed or approved by SpaceX.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity grants are a core part of total compensation, with periodic company-run tender offers that create liquidity before any public listing. These mechanisms can make the equity component feel materially valuable in practice.
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Healthcare Strength — The package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with on-site clinics and health resources at major sites. This breadth of coverage is presented as a strong element of the offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Major locations feature on-site amenities such as fitness facilities, food/coffee, clinics, and other conveniences. These lifestyle perks enhance day-to-day value alongside cash and equity.
SpaceX Insights
What We Do
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary. SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA.
