Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical (Starlink Aviation)

SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, MECHANICAL (STARLINK AVIATION)

Starlink is the world's first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls and more. Leveraging advanced satellites and user hardware coupled with our deep experience with both spacecraft and on-orbit operations, Starlink delivers high-speed, low-latency internet to users all over the world.

As a Supplier Development Engineer for Starlink Aviation, you will be in a technical role that requires practical experience with the materials, processes, and parts used in mechanical assemblies for the aviation industry. The ideal candidate will have a broad understanding of these products with the desire and capability to take on new challenges in unfamiliar areas to enable our mission to Mars.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the technical point of contact and subject matter expert, solving emergent challenges with suppliers and mitigating risks to the manufacturing system
• Own outsourced parts from cradle to grave by conducting Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews to ensure manufacturability, industrializing processes, implementation of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and ramping suppliers to meet required production rates
• Partner with SpaceX procurement team to strategically source parts matched with supplier competencies by reviewing and assessing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems
• Provide leadership for New Product Introduction (NPI) at suppliers
• Validate supplier corrective actions to ensure they are robust, sustainable, and implemented for potential concerns across manufacturing lines and other suppliers
• Lead containment activities, working with cross-functional counterparts on scope, path forward, and ultimate resolution
• Drive results and customer satisfaction by collaborating with teams, leading projects, and continuously pushing for improvement in the supply base

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or STEM discipline
• 1+ years of manufacturing, supply chain, or quality experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in an engineering or business discipline
• 3+ years of manufacturing, supply chain, or quality experience
• Experience with quality systems (ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP)
• Knowledge of quality processes: Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR), and metrology
• Demonstrated history of implementing new production lines and process improvement in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Lean principles, measurement systems analysis, design of experiments, statistical process control, root-cause analysis and corrective action, Process Failure Mode, and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and control plans
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to make engaging and concise presentations to suppliers, team members, and leaders
• Experience in a fast-paced, iterative design environment within the consumer electronics, mobile handset, medical devices, marine, aerospace, or automotive industries

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• This role is based in Woodinville, WA and must be onsite. Remote work will not be considered
• Ability to travel up to 40%, possibly on short notice
• Valid Washington State driver’s license

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:      

Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical/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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.