Kathryn Szalay

Kathryn (Kate) Szalay is a seasoned procurement and sourcing professional with extensive experience in the aerospace and medical industries, currently serving as Senior Manager of Test & Launch Procurement at Relativity Space. Prior to this role, Kate held various positions at SpaceX, including Sourcing Manager for Starlink Ground Infrastructure and Senior Sourcing Specialist for Ground Stations. Previous experience includes strategic sourcing roles at Medtronic and internships focused on supply chain improvements during an MBA program at UC San Diego. Kate's career also includes several creative and production roles in media, where project management and cost negotiation were key achievements. Kate holds an M.B.A. from UC San Diego and a BFA in Media Arts from the University of Hartford.