Sourcing Specialist, Mechanical (Starship)
Core
Manage procurement, supplier development, and logistics for mechanical components and assemblies to support Starship's production and delivery goals.
Role type
Sourcing Specialist (Mechanical)
Builds
Mechanical parts, electromechanical equipment, and large machining assemblies for Starship
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Mechanical engineering supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Contract negotiation, Material Resource Planning (MRP), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Bill of Materials (BOM) management, Purchase order management, Demand forecasting, Lead time analysis, Data analysis (Excel, SQL, PowerBI), Vendor performance management, Onsite vendor capability reviews
Preferred skills
Technical sourcing experience, Manufacturing process knowledge (milling, lathe, waterjet, laser cutting, sheet metal), Material finishing knowledge (paint, powder coat, anodize, heat treatment), Complex problem solving, Stakeholder communication
Technologies
MRP, ERP, Excel, SQL, PowerBI
Responsibilities
Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices, Forecast demand and manage supply signals, Track high-risk components and supplier delivery performance, Develop preferred supplier networks, Manage outsourced fabrication projects, Author and manage contract documents, Negotiate to maximize value and cost savings, Perform onsite reviews of vendor capabilities
Seniority
Individual Contributor, Entry to Mid-level