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Mechanical Engineering Supply Chain Lead
Negotiate business contracts and price reductions to strategically reduce costs for K2 satellites.
Los Angeles
Mid-Level
$90,000 - 120,000 USD / year
1 month ago
K2 Space
Making previously impossible missions possible
Job is no longer active
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✨ About The Role
- The Mechanical Engineering Supply Chain Lead will oversee the technical procurement of mechanical and structural hardware for satellite assemblies.
- Responsibilities include managing the Bill of Materials for all mechanical and structural assemblies and ensuring assembly milestones are met.
- The role involves developing and managing a supplier base to support ongoing satellite subsystem development from new product introduction through production phases.
- The candidate will act as the primary interface between suppliers and internal customers, handling supplier onboarding, evaluation, negotiation, and project management.
- The position requires providing design for manufacturability feedback for new mechanical designs and negotiating costs on mechanical components.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience in supply chain management or engineering, specifically within the aerospace industry.
- A strong background in procuring mechanical and structural hardware is essential, particularly with components like machined parts, motors, and bearings.
- The successful applicant will possess a solid understanding of mechanical structures and mechanisms, especially in space environments.
- Collaboration skills are crucial, as the role requires working closely with engineering, production, and finance teams.
- The candidate should be comfortable with travel, as the position involves monitoring supplier progress and health.
Mechanical Engineering Supply Chain Lead
Los Angeles
$90,000 - 120,000 USD / year
Hardware
Job is no longer active
About K2 Space
Making previously impossible missions possible