Global Supply Manager, Machining
Core
Design and scale supply chains for complex machined components and major vehicle structures to support rocket manufacturing.
Role type
Senior Global Supply Manager (Machining)
Builds
Custom machined components and major vehicle structures for the Terran R rocket
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Precision machining
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier management, contract negotiation, capacity planning, risk management, cross-functional collaboration, team mentorship, thought leadership
Preferred skills
MBA or advanced degree, NPD/NPI experience, supplier risk assessment, machining cost modeling, material specifications knowledge
Technologies
ERP systems (LN, SAP, Oracle), CNC machining, 5-axis milling, turning, precision grinding, EDM
Responsibilities
Lead sourcing and supplier management for custom machined components; Develop and execute supply chain strategies; Partner cross-functionally to influence design for manufacturability; Drive supplier performance through risk management and tracking; Mentor team members on precision machining processes; Act as a thought leader for machining commodities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic ownership
