Join SpaceX as a Sr. Supply Chain Planner to manage inventory and ensure supply continuity for the Starship program.
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What you'll build
- Manage inventory level targets
- Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply
- Execute Material Resource Planning (MRP) planning messages
- Proactively update management on supply issues
- Analyze procurement data and report metrics
Must have
- Advanced degree; or bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience
- Experience in engineering, purchasing, or supply chain management
Nice to have
- 1+ years of experience using SQL
- Technical procurement and vendor management experience
- Experience reading datasheets and blueprints
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with ERP systems
Practical constraints
- Ability to pass Air Force background check
- Must be able to travel - up to 35% work week travel may be required
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Requirements
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Sr. Supply Chain Planner at SpaceX plays a vital role in managing inventory levels, aligning supply and demand, and ensuring timely fulfillment of production needs for the Starship program. This position requires expertise in material resource planning, data analysis, and familiarity with ERP systems, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Ideal candidates have a background in engineering, operations, or supply chain management, with a minimum of two years of relevant experience or a more extensive background in the field. The role is situated within a critical team at SpaceX's Starbase, emphasizing the importance of supply chain continuity in a fast-paced environmen
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 7, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 7, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 2 other locations at SpaceX: Hawthorne, CA, Starbase, TX.
Quick facts
- Is the Sr. Supply Chain Planner (Starship) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- 2–6 years of relevant experience for this Sr. Supply Chain Planner (Starship) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. Supply Chain Planner (Starship) role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER (STARSHIP)
The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in our operations. This role will be part of the Supply Chain Launch & Infrastructure team and will be based out of Starbase, Texas. The functions within the team include planning & fulfillment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage inventory level targets, review line of balances, align demand supply signals and allocations, maintain product master data, and develop expertise in in-house systems and reports
- Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing to a well thought out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality
- Execute Material Resource Planning (MRP) planning messages for production parts
- Be the “go to” resource for engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and materials management for supply questions related to the Starbase Pad
- Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues
- Resolve purchase order discrepancies and invoice issues
- Analyze procurement data and report metrics
- Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Advanced degree; or bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
- Engineering
- Purchasing
- Contract negotiation
- Material or production planning
- Operations or supply chain management
- Material cost control
- Master production scheduling
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 1+ years of experience using SQL in business analysis, product management, applications/software development, or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems support
- Technical procurement, manufacturing, and vendor management experience
- Experience reading datasheets, drawings, and blueprints
- Proven track record of leadership and team building skills
- Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions
- Knowledge and skills in current technologies and applications (e.g. MS Office Suite, Access, SQL, etc.)
- Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
- Excellent customer service skills
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
- Conducts all activities with the highest levels of integrity
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape
- Must be able to travel - up to 35% work week travel may be required, including international travel
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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