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Varda Space Industries

Supply Chain Engineer - Mechanical

Varda Space Industries · El Segundo, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago · $119,000-139,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
Varda Space Industries's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
81% of Varda Space Industries's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Varda Space Industries
high
85 stale, 0 reposted of 86 open
Hiring momentum
215 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Varda Space Industries's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Varda Space Industries.

About this role

As a Supply Chain Engineer - Mechanical at Varda, you will ensure the integration of engineering and manufacturing capabilities with the supplier network. Your role involves evaluating supplier processes, collaborating with engineering and production teams, and driving improvements in supplier quality. You will assess manufacturing capabilities, interpret engineering drawings, and participate in design reviews to support Varda's mission in the aerospace sector.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related degree (mechanical, aerospace, electrical, etc.)
  • 3-6+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering, preferably in aerospace, automotive, or high-performance engineering industries
  • Demonstrated fluency with machined parts, sheet metal, mechanisms, and structural hardware supplier experience
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA, DMAIC, 8D
  • Understanding of engineering models and drawings

Nice to have

  • Expert level knowledge in one or more commodities within the team's scope (mechanical machining, propulsion systems, PCB/PCBA manufacturing, etc.)
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
  • Proven ability to evaluate supplier capabilities and drive continuous improvement of supplier quality control processes
  • Proficiency in quality management systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001
  • Familiarity with space system components and materials

What you get

  • Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays
  • 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
  • Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance
  • $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
  • 12 weeks of parental leave
  • Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic

Worth weighing

  • Role is full-time and onsite in El Segundo, CA
  • No remote work option mentioned
  • Salary range provided based on experience level, but specific figures may vary based on qualifications
  • ITAR requirements specify hiring only U.S. persons due to access to export-controlled items

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Listed by Varda Space Industries on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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