Manage the hardware supply chain for space-qualified radios, ensuring zero material-related downtime through vendor management, inventory control, and cost negotiations.
AnySignal is a startup whose mission is to usher in the next generation of RF products and services. For the most demanding space and defense missions, AnySignal provides a flexible platform with world-class performance that is easy to deploy, monitor, purchase, and upgrade.
Our team has a diverse range of backgrounds that cover cloud computing to artificial intelligence, communications and sensing, embedded systems, and much more.
Role Summary
You will own the end‑to‑end hardware supply chain for our space‑qualified radios. Your mission is simple: zero material‑related downtime. That means living inside lead‑time data, keeping vendors a step ahead of commit dates, and never taking “on back‑order” for an answer. If you thrive on white‑knuckle build schedules, love spreadsheets and shop floors, and can turn a vendor into a partner (or fire them when needed), this seat is yours.
Key Responsibilities
- Vendor Command & Control – Drive daily/weekly touch‑points with PCB fabs, CM assembly houses, precision machining shops, and component distributors. Escalate at first slip and work alternate sources proactively.
- Schedule Ownership – Publish a 12‑week material readiness dashboard; flag gaps >72 hrs; pull in or push out POs to match rolling build plans.
- Hands‑On Material Handling – Physically receive, inspect, and kit critical‑path parts; personally walk hot‑lots through reflow, or test when the schedule is at risk.
- Cost & Contract Negotiation – Lock in blanket orders, LTAs, and consignment deals that compress lead‑time and protect margins.
- NPI & ECO Integration – Sync with design engineering on BOM churn, DFM feedback, and rev‑control so changes hit the floor without surprise.
- Inventory Hygiene – Maintain >98 % inventory accuracy in ERP; set safety‑stock levels based on risk and consumption velocity.
- Risk‑Mitigation & Contingency Plans – Build should‑cost models, qualify second sources, and own the single‑point‑failure register.
- Metrics & Reporting – Track OTIF, PPV, excess/obsolescence, and hours of line‑down; present weekly to exec team.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3 - 5+ years managing hardware supply chains for high‑mix, low‑volume electronics (aerospace, medical, or automotive Tier‑1 preferred).
- Proven track‑record of recovering slips and hitting aggressive launch/build dates.
- Deep vendor network across PCB fabrication, SMT/through‑hole assembly, and cable harnessing.
- Fluent in ERP/MRP (NetSuite, SAP, or equivalent) and advanced Excel/Sheets (index‑match, pivot, conditional format, VBA/scripts a plus).
- Ability to read Gerbers, mechanical drawings, and a multi‑level BOM; comfortable on the factory floor with ESD and IPC standards.
- High‑urgency communicator—writes concise action emails, runs tight vendor calls, and escalates before things burn.
- U.S. Person per ITAR requirements.
Preferred Extras
- Experience qualifying components to MIL‑STD‑883 / 810 or NASA 8739.
- Familiar with HTOL, vibration, and thermal‑vac test flows.
- Background in start‑up or New Space environment where every day counts.
AnySignal values and fosters an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel respected, supported and able to participate. We welcome applications from: women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, visible minorities, veterans, people who identify as LGBTQIA2S+ and others who may contribute to diversification in our environment.
Should you have a need for accommodation, AnySignal will endeavor to meet your accommodation needs. At any stage of the recruitment and selection process you may make your needs for accommodation known through contacting our team, in confidence, by email to: [email protected]. We aim to provide equal access to all applicants with disabilities, please do not hesitate to contact us about accommodations.
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AnySignal Los Angeles, California, USA Office
Los Angeles, California, United States
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