Head of Supply Chain

Full-time

Fortastra

Company Overview

Fortastra designs and delivers resilient, high-performance spacecraft that safeguard critical orbital assets and ensure freedom of action in space. We integrate advanced autonomy, sensing, and control into systems engineered for reliability, speed, and scale. Our culture values simplicity, accountability, and disciplined execution. We expect leaders to think systemically, act decisively, and take ownership of mission outcomes. Aggressive innovation. Disciplined execution. Strength among the stars.

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You will lead Fortastra’s Supply Chain function within the Engineering Division, owning supplier strategy, procurement execution, and hardware readiness across our spacecraft portfolio.

The Role

Fortastra is seeking a Head of Supply Chain to lead the company’s supply chain strategy in support of rapidly developing autonomous spacecraft systems. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on supplier management, procurement execution, and hardware readiness across the company’s spacecraft programs. You will build the operational foundation required to rapidly develop, integrate, and deliver mission-critical hardware in dynamic and constrained environments. 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.

Key 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
Identify and mitigate supplier, production, and material risks before they impact execution
Establish operational processes for purchasing, inventory management, and production planning
Support manufacturing, integration, and test activities through effective material coordination
Build and lead a high-performing supply chain organization as the company scales
Act as the primary operational authority for supply chain planning and execution across programs

Qualifications And Skills

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
Proven ability to operate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams
Experience working within fast-paced, high-accountability 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

Requirements

On-site role (no remote or hybrid arrangements)
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain or hold an active TS/SCI clearance desired

Why Fortastra?

Join a small, high-impact team building the next generation of autonomous orbital control systems for national security space. At Fortastra, leaders own outcomes — from first principles through flight — and directly shape the future of resilient, mission-critical spacecraft autonomy.

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