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Global Supply Manager, Solar

K2 Space· Supply Chain
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Los Angeles, CA$100k - $140kFull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Role focused on technical procurement and management of solar array and module hardware for K2’s satellite programs, including BOM management, supplier development, and cost reduction initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Technical Procurement: Source solar array and module hardware across the satellite with expedited lead times; Negotiate costs on solar array and module components; Provide design for manufacturability feedback for new solar designs
  • Planning: Manage Bill of Materials for all solar array and module assemblies; Lead Clear to Builds with engineering to meet assembly milestones and hit critical deadlines
  • Supplier Development and Management: Develop and manage supplier base to support development across satellites subsystems from NPI through production; Act as primary interface between suppliers and internal customers including supplier onboarding, evaluation, negotiation, and project management

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience of supply chain management or engineering in the aerospace industry
  • 5+ years of experience in procuring machined and sheet metal components, composites, and solar cells
  • Experience managing suppliers in a fast-paced environment
  • Understanding of solar array and module hardware in space environments and operations
  • Strong understanding of quality control practices such as issue tickets
  • Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional environment with engineering, production, and finance
  • Ability to travel up to 25-50% of the time
  • Must be able to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 25 lbs autonomously

Skills

Required:Technical procurementBill of Materials managementSupplier development and management

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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