SpaceX

Sourcing Specialist, PCB/PCBA (Starshield)

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA

Posted 19 days ago · $85,000.00 - $110,000.00

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
19 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
52% of SpaceX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
high
1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
Hiring momentum
3062 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

As a Sourcing Specialist for SpaceX's Starshield program, you will manage demand planning and strategic sourcing for components critical to the production of next-generation satellites. Your role involves working closely with suppliers to implement cost management strategies, ensuring they meet production needs while maintaining quality and lead-time targets. You will also be responsible for developing supplier partnerships, conducting cost analyses, and presenting findings to executives, all within a fast-paced environment that directly supports national security efforts.

Our read on this posting4.6out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management, or engineering

Nice to have

  • Technical procurement or planning experience with PCB, PCBA, or electrical components
  • Proven track record of leadership and team-building skills
  • Experience in production purchasing preferred
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Knowledge and skills in current technologies and applications, e.g. MS Office Suite, SQL, Access, etc.

What you get

  • Base salary range of $85,000.00 - $135,000.00 depending on level
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, including company stock or cash awards
  • Potential discretionary bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with stock purchase at a discount
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan

Worth weighing

  • Position requires onsite work in Hawthorne, CA; remote work not considered
  • May need to work irregular hours and travel up to 25%
  • Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed

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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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