Fortastracorporation
Head of Supply Chain
Torrance, CA
No sponsorshipDetected 10 days ago
TypeScriptNegotiationSupply ChainVendor ManagementProcurementERPInventory ManagementRoboticsControlsLeadershipCommunication
About the role
- This is a hands-on leadership role focused on supplier management, procurement execution, and hardware readiness across the company's spacecraft programs.
- The ideal candidate brings experience operating in fast-paced aerospace or defense environments and enabling engineering teams to move quickly without sacrificing execution or reliability.
Responsibilities
- Own the company's supply chain strategy across spacecraft hardware and products
- Lead supplier sourcing, qualification, negotiation, and vendor management activities
- Drive procurement and long-lead planning to support aggressive development timelines
- Partner closely with engineering and manufacturing to improve manufacturability, scalability, and hardware readiness
- Support manufacturing, integration, and test activities through effective material coordination
- Build and lead a high-performing supply chain organization as the company scales
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Ability to obtain or hold an active TS/SCI clearance desired
- You will build the operational foundation required to rapidly develop, integrate, and deliver mission-critical hardware in dynamic and constrained environments.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, purchasing workflows, and inventory management practices
- Strong organizational, communication, and execution skills
- Familiarity with aerospace quality, traceability, DFARS, and ITAR environments preferred
Nice to have
- Identify and mitigate supplier, production, and material risks before they impact execution
- Establish operational processes for purchasing, inventory management, and production planning
- Act as the primary operational authority for supply chain planning and execution across programs
- B.S. or higher in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, spacecraft, aviation, robotics, or other high-reliability hardware environments
- Demonstrated experience managing complex suppliers, procurement activities, and hardware delivery schedules
- Strong understanding of supply chain operations, production planning, and hardware lifecycle management
- Experience supporting rapid development programs and prototype-to-production transitions
Visa & Work Authorization
- Citizenship required
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