Supply Chain Planning Manager (Falcon, Dragon, & Starfall)

SpaceX — Hawthorne, US — cdi

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Published on 1 September 2026 · first appeared in our records on 2 September 2026.

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Advertised salary: 120000 USD.

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<div class="content-intro"><p>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&nbsp;enabling human life on Mars.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNING MANAGER (FALCON, DRAGON, &amp; STARFALL)</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is a high-profile, cross functional position that plays an integral role in enabling production flow and supporting launch manifest&nbsp;for Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, Dragon, USDV, and Starfall. Working in close coordination with engineering and manufacturing departments, supply chain planners execute effective, creative, and smart supply chain strategies to achieve production&nbsp;and launch&nbsp;goals. Some of the functions a supply chain planner will&nbsp;be responsible for&nbsp;include material requirements planning,&nbsp;purchasing, supplier delivery management, dock-to-stock coordination, and inventory levels management. With all integration and capsule refurbishment taking place in-house, supply chain planners&nbsp;are able to&nbsp;see their assemblies come to life every day!</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Show initiative in developing new methods or processes to ensure the highest quality product and efficient methods utilized </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Evaluate technical feasibility of work content and understand suppliers’ technical capabilities and limitations</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Inform DFM discussions based on vendor feedback</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure partners are prepared to support prototype builds with&nbsp;appropriate equipment, material to ensure&nbsp;a successful&nbsp;product development, ramping up and production</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Take ownership of team effort to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Present value propositions to SpaceX management, including those related to contract award, cost reviews, cost reduction&nbsp;strategies&nbsp;and critical supply issues</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Manage cost aggressively to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets, forecasts and develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop clear technology and commodity roadmaps for current commodity,&nbsp;product, vertical as they relate to future SpaceX programs</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Be the liaison between supply chain and engineering for supplier and down&nbsp;selection&nbsp;during NPI while improving or sustaining cost targets</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to develop and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;strong relationships across disciplines and multiple levels of management</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Manage supply base from concept to end of life to ensure continuity of supply (COS) with the right materials driving plan in place and on time delivery</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Responsible for creating POs, on-time delivery of materials for both internal and external operations, invoice resolution, meeting company quality requirements while meeting company cost targets</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Guide junior staff members in some aspects of their jobs and&nbsp;provides&nbsp;strategic support whenever needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 9+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Engineering</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Purchasing</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Contract negotiation</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Material or production planning</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Operations or supply chain management</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Material cost control</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Master production scheduling</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Capable of managing existing external supply&nbsp;chain&nbsp;and suppliers both domestic and globally</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Vast experience within supply chain (technical procurement, product development, NPI, manufacturing and negotiating high volume products)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Technical knowledge&nbsp;in&nbsp;a commodity (e.g.&nbsp;composites raw material, composite&nbsp;component&nbsp;manufacturing, machining, soft goods etc.)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Individual negotiation skills with the ability to influence</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Proven&nbsp;track record&nbsp;of taking ownership, successfully negotiating preferred&nbsp;pricing&nbsp;and driving results</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Detail-oriented,&nbsp;self-motivated&nbsp;and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Conducts all activities with the highest level of integrity</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience of planning purchasing of commodity products and 3rd party services working as a team with product development, quality,&nbsp;finance&nbsp;and sales</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must be able to travel - up to 30%&nbsp;work&nbsp;week travel may be&nbsp;required, including international travel</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:</strong><br><br>Pay Range:<br>Level 3: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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 in