About the role
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT (STARLINK GATEWAY) This is a high-profile, cross functional position that plays an integral role in enabling development and production flow of our Starlink Gateways. You will work in close coordination with internal engineering and manufacturing departments as well as directly with suppliers to execute effective, creative and smart supply chain strategies to achieve production goals. With integration taking place in-house, our manufacturing engineers are able to see their assemblies come to life every day!
RESPONSIBILITIES: Improve quality, cost, delivery, and capacity metrics for mechanical hardware used in the Starlink satellite systems Collaborate with design, materials, and manufacturing engineers to gain an in-depth knowledge of piece part, assembly, metrology, and/or sub-system design intent Support the 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 Lead resolution of supplier quality issues through root cause analysis, while functioning as liaison between purchasing, engineering, production, and suppliers Define product technical
requirements, and ensure supplier compliance with these
requirements Implement and monitor the production part approval process (PPAP) with selected suppliers to enable rate production Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics to identify trends and pinpoint systemic performance gaps and root causes to drive supplier improvement plans Conduct independent research to identify potential new suppliers and capabilities in manufacturing and metrology Identify and drive product & process improvements to lower part cost, reduce supply risk, eliminate potential defects, and improve cycle time Effectively manage mission-critical supply chain by establishing excellent working relationships and regular lines of communication with suppliers Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, proactivity, technical excellence, creativity, self-direction, and courage Collaborate with teams, lead projects, and continuously drive improvement in the supply base BASIC