Sr. Sourcing Specialist, PCBA (Starshield)
Core
Manage demand planning and sourcing for hardware components used in the Starshield satellite constellation, specifically focusing on PCBAs and electrical components.
Role type
Senior Sourcing Specialist (Supply Chain)
Builds
Starshield satellite constellation hardware
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Satellite Communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Sourcing strategy, cost management, supplier relationship management, RFX process management, should-cost modeling, demand planning, contract negotiation
Preferred skills
PCB/PCBA procurement, electrical component sourcing, board-level commodity experience, production purchasing, SQL, data analysis
Technologies
MS Office Suite, SQL, Access
Responsibilities
Develop sourcing and cost management strategies, aggregate hardware demand signals, act as supplier interface for RFI/RFP/RFQ, partner on RFX evaluation, manage project budgets, develop should-cost models, ensure supplier readiness for prototype and mass production, drive process improvements, present value propositions to executives, manage supplier partnerships, implement analytical data management tools
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC