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SpaceX is deploying Starlink, the world’s largest satellite broadband system, and seeks a senior supplier development engineer to ensure continuity of supply and quality for printed circuit boards used in Starlink satellites and gateways. The role works cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, procurement, and external suppliers to qualify, improve, and scale PCB production to meet aggressive reliability and production goals.

Skills

  • Experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or supply chain with PCB focus
  • Working knowledge of supplier quality processes (PPAP, APQP, FAIR) and quality systems (ISO/AS/NADCAP)
  • Statistical techniques familiarity (SPC, DOE, Six Sigma)
  • Hands-on experience with PCB fabrication, laminates, electrochemical processes, or microelectronics
  • Strong written/verbal communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Own continuity of supply for PCBs and associated components on Starlink
  • Collaborate with design, reliability, procurement, and production teams to manage suppliers and deliver hardware to production
  • Audit, onboard, and develop suppliers; define technical and quality flow-downs
  • Implement and monitor PPAP, qualification, and reliability activities at supplier sites
  • Develop process controls and SPC plans for critical characteristics
  • Lead supplier root cause analysis (RCCA/8D) and corrective action programs
  • Analyze supplier quality/delivery metrics and drive improvement plans
  • Recommend product/process improvements to reduce cost, cycle time, and defects
  • Present project status and technical reports to internal teams, management, and suppliers

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (required)
  • Advanced degree in engineering, business, or supply chain (preferred)

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Stock/long-term incentive opportunities and ESPP
  • Paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks), 10+ paid holidays, and sick leave
  • Various employee discounts and perks
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