Global Supply Manager, Solar
Core
Managing the supply chain for mechanical components and solar array hardware for high-power satellite platforms.
Role type
Senior supply chain manager (aerospace/satellite)
Builds
Solar array and module assemblies for satellite missions
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite manufacturing
Required skills
Technical procurement, Bill of Materials management, supplier development, cost negotiation, design for manufacturability feedback, quality control, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
AS9100 implementation/audits, reading technical engineering drawings, forklift operation, capital equipment procurement
Technologies
Solar array hardware, composites, machined and sheet metal components, flex circuits
Responsibilities
Source solar array and module hardware across expedited lead times; Negotiate costs on solar array and module components; Provide design for manufacturability feedback for new solar designs; Manage Bill of Materials for all solar array and module assemblies; Lead Clear to Builds with engineering to ensure assembly milestones are completed; Develop and manage supplier base to support ongoing development across satellites subsystems from NPI through production phases
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
