Director of Supply Chain

The role

The Director of Supply Chain will architect and execute the overall supply chain strategy to support the transition from prototype fabrication to high-rate hardware manufacturing. This role involves building and mentoring a supply chain function, managing strategic sourcing, and overseeing defense compliance and logistics.

What you will do

• Architect and execute the overall supply chain strategy
• Build, mentor, and grow a high-performing supply chain function
• Identify, implement, or optimize ERP/MRP tools and vendor management systems
• Oversee procurement budgeting, supplier risk management, and hardware spend forecasting
• Identify, qualify, and build relationships with domestic and international partners
• Structure and negotiate subcontracts, MSAs, and pricing agreements
• Develop dual-sourcing strategies and risk frameworks
• Guide supply chain alignment with export regulations and FAR/DFARS provisions
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance on AS9100/ISO standards and supplier audits
• Oversee cleanroom receiving, specialized hardware handling, and freight operations

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related technical/field experience
• Track record of progressive supply chain, procurement, subcontracts, or hardware operations leadership within aerospace, defense, space systems, or high-tech advanced manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, or build supply chain teams and processes in a fast-paced environment
• Practical working knowledge of aerospace/defense regulatory considerations, such as FAR/DFARS clauses, ITAR/EAR guidelines, or flow-down requirements
• Experience sourcing complex hardware components
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident)

Nice to have

• Advanced degree (Master’s/MBA) in a technical or business discipline
• Experience scaling a hardware supply chain from early R&D through production or flight deployments
• Hands-on familiarity with ERP/MRP selection, implementation, or integration
• Exposure to AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management environments
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPIM, CPSM)

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
• All offers are contingent upon results of a thorough background check
• Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the US

About the company

Star Catcher is building the first energy grid in space to power the orbital economy. The company is building technology to wirelessly beam energy to spacecraft’s existing solar panels.