# Staff Material Program Manager

Hiring organization: [BlackSky](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/blacksky)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/10416f27-fd7e-473d-9dc3-4c543963393d

Listed on BlackSky's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Lead / Staff / Principal
- Location: Tukwila, WA
- Salary: 150000 – 170000 USD per year

## Summary

This role manages material strategy and supply chain execution for satellite and space systems programs, bridging engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure hardware delivery on schedule and budget. It suits experienced supply chain or procurement professionals with aerospace background who can work autonomously in a growing, fast-paced environment.

_Our summary, not BlackSky's wording._

## Skills named

Supplier Management

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
- 8+ years in supply chain, materials management, procurement, or program management
- Experience managing complex Bills of Material in space, production, or engineering environments
- Understanding of space-industry material challenges including long-lead hardware and space-rated quality requirements
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams
- Financial and analytical skills including budgeting and cost modeling
- Ability to operate autonomously and adapt in fast-changing environments
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (ITAR compliance)

## Nice to have

- Experience with spacecraft development, launch vehicles, or satellite manufacturing
- Familiarity with small-business operations and resource-limited environments
- CPIM, CSCP, or PMP certification, or graduate degree in supply chain or technical field
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems in aerospace companies
- Knowledge of space-grade electronics, precision machining, composites, or propulsion suppliers

Apply on BlackSky's site: https://boards.greenhouse.io/blacksky/jobs/8583095002?gh_jid=8583095002