Global Supply Manager, Machining

The role

You will design and scale supply chains for complex machined components. You will lead sourcing and supplier management to support the Terran R vehicle program.

What you will do

• Lead sourcing and supplier management for custom machined components and major vehicle structures
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies including supplier selection and capacity planning
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Planning
• Drive supplier performance through risk management and contract negotiations
• Mentor and support team members in precision machining processes
• Act as a thought leader for machining commodities

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement
• Demonstrated experience managing suppliers for complex aerospace or advanced manufacturing commodities
• Proven track record of negotiating contracts and managing milestone-based agreements
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (LN, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, 5-axis milling, turning, precision grinding, EDM, and tight-tolerance fabrication

Nice to have

• MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering
• Direct experience managing machining commodities in aerospace
• Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP standards
• Proven success driving supplier performance improvements through KPIs, recovery plans, and long-term agreements
• New Product Development (NPD) or Introduction (NPI) supply chain experience
• Proficiency in supplier risk assessment, machining cost modeling, and capacity planning
• Understanding of material specifications, surface treatments, and inspection requirements

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity
• Generous PTO and sick leave policy
• Parental leave
• Annual learning and development stipend

About the company

Relativity Space is building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. The company is developing the Terran R vehicle to deliver customer payloads to orbit.