Lead Supply Chain

About Blackwave Blackwave designs, manufactures and ships flight-qualified, commercial off-the-shelf composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs) for launch vehicles and satellites. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, the company delivers COPVs from a standardized portfolio with flight heritage. The approach reduces lead time from months to days while ensuring that each tank is qualified and flight-ready. Blackwave's mission is to end COPV failure in spaceflight. The company employs more than 150 people across manufacturing facilities in Germany and Texas.

More information at Blackwave.com and the procurement platform COPV.com.

Description The Lead Supply Chain will own and drive Blackwave's end-to-end supply chain in the United States. This is a hands-on, on-site Ownership role requiring daily presence to manage physical flows, partners, and teams across procurement and warehousing. The role combines strategic planning with operational execution and close collaboration with local and international stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage on-site supply chain operations, including procurement, inbound logistics, warehousing, and inventory control
• Design and execute scalable supply chain strategies aligned with cost, service, and growth objectives
• Manage relationships with on-site suppliers and third-party logistics (3PL) partners
• Ensure reliable, on-time delivery and optimal inventory levels through active, on-site operational oversight
• Track, analyze, and improve KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, and service levels
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation plans to ensure supply chain continuity
• Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, finance, and commercial teams to support production and customer commitments
• Ensure compliance with US trade regulations, customs requirements, safety standards, and internal policies
• Lead, coach, and grow on-site supply chain team members

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field
• At least two years of experience in supply chain roles with increasing responsibility
• Proven experience managing on-site supply chain and physical operations in the US
• Strong understanding of US warehousing and trade compliance requirements
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability and willingness to work on-site on a daily basis

Preferred

• Master's degree (MBA or equivalent)
• Experience in technology, manufacturing, hardware, or complex operational environments
• Experience with ERP and supply chain management systems
• Prior people leadership or team-building experience

Location & Travel

• Our current facility is located in Lockhart, Texas (near Austin/San Antonio)
• In mid-2026, Blackwave will relocate to a new site in the Port San Antonio aerospace hub

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Blackwave Texas Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

ITAR Eligibility

Because we work on technologies that are subject to U.S. export regulations (ITAR), this role can only be filled by individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria.

To be considered, you must be one of the following:

• a U.S. citizen or U.S. national,
• a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder),
• a refugee or asylee admitted under U.S. law,
• or otherwise authorized to receive U.S. export-controlled information from the Department of State.

If you’re unsure whether you meet these requirements, you can learn more about ITAR here

At Blackwave Texas Inc., we hire for talent, curiosity, and the drive to build what’s next. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and qualifications.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For this U.S.-based role, your application will be managed by our global People Team in Germany.