SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, MECHANICAL SYSTEMS (STARLINK)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with design engineers to gain an in-depth knowledge piece part, assembly, and/or sub-system design intent
• Support procurement team to strategically source parts matched with supplier competencies by reviewing and assessing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Create and define supplier technical and quality requirements based on customer and program requirements and expectations for NPI and production phases
• Implement and monitor production part approval process (PPAP) with selected suppliers to enable rate production
• Assure supplier understanding of product and submission requirements
• Develop and approve process controls to control critical characteristics
• Recommend technical product improvements to reduce risk and potential defect opportunities
• Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics to identify trends and pinpoint systemic performance gaps and root causes to drive supplier improvement plans
• Provide feedback as appropriate on manufacturing methods and technologies.
• Function as liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and suppliers to resolve supplier quality issues and to provide technical support
• Drive supplier corrective actions associated with any escapes or containments identified in SpaceX production or the SpaceX supply chain
• Demonstrate innovation, technical excellence, attention to detail, self-direction, and courage
• Drive for results and customer satisfaction
• Collaborate with teams, lead projects, and continuously drive improvement in the supply base

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 1 years of manufacturing, mechanical, supply chain, or business management experience (including school projects, clubs, or internships)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in engineering, business, or supply chain
• 1 years of work experience in manufacturing engineering, design engineering or other supply chain discipline
• 1 years of experience with mechanical assemblies, materials or processes
• 1 years of experience with optical systems
• Experience managing external supplier partners
• Proven track record of taking ownership, successfully negotiating preferred pricing and driving results
• Knowledge of supplier quality processes (production part approval process, advanced product quality planning, first article inspection reports, etc.)
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods, e.g., design of experiments, Six Sigma, etc.
• Experience with quality systems (ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP)
• Disciplined approach to problem solving - 8D
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills
• Conducts all activities with the highest level of integrity

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work extended hours, some nights and/or weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to travel - up to 50% work week travel

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Supplier Development Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Supplier Development Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.