Sourcing Manager (Launch Vehicle Electronic Systems)
Core
Develop and manage domestic and international supply bases for launch vehicle electronics (PCB, PCBA, components, instrumentation) to reduce risk and achieve cost savings.
Role type
Senior sourcing manager (launch vehicle electronics)
Builds
Launch vehicle electronic systems and avionics hardware
Domain
Aerospace / Electronics manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (supply base & contracts)
Required skills
Category strategy, cost-reduction project execution, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, quantitative spend analysis, demand planning, RFI/RFP/RFQ management, SLA/KPI definition, design for manufacturability guidance, technical drawing interpretation, BOM management, NPI and production management, sole-source risk mitigation
Preferred skills
Electronics industry experience, avionics manufacturing complexity knowledge, MRP/ERP proficiency, SQL or PowerBI, APICS or Lean/Six Sigma certification
Technologies
PCB, PCBA, ERP, MRP, SQL, PowerBI
Responsibilities
Create sourcing strategies for assigned electronics categories; develop and manage domestic and international supply base; execute cost-reduction projects (piece price, yield, tooling, dual-source); evaluate demand and manage purchase orders; act as supplier interface for RFX processes; collaborate on SLAs and KPIs; provide guidance to engineering on supplier selection and design for manufacturability; visit supplier facilities to assess capability and risk; negotiate contracts for continuity of supply; present value propositions to management.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC