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Supply Chain Engineer, PCB (Starshield)

SpaceX’s Starshield program applies Starlink technology to government and national security applications. The Supply Chain Engineer, PCB will develop and manage PCB suppliers from concept through production, working cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, procurement, and quality teams to ensure continuity of supply, product quality, and production ramp for satellites and gateways.

Skills

  • Hands-on familiarity with PCBs, laminates, and microelectronics fabrication
  • Understanding of supplier quality processes (PPAP, APQP) and quality systems (ISO/AS9100/NADCAP)
  • Statistical methods knowledge (SPC, DOE, Six Sigma)
  • Root-cause analysis experience (8D, RCCA)
  • Strong cross-functional communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally (25-60%)

Responsibilities

  • Own continuity of supply for PCBs and related components for the Starshield program
  • Collaborate with design, R&D, reliability, procurement, and production teams to manage suppliers
  • Source, audit, qualify, and onboard new PCB suppliers and subcontractors
  • Develop and implement supplier technical requirements and quality flow-downs
  • Manage PPAP and other production part approval activities to enable rate production
  • Monitor supplier qualification, reliability testing, process controls, and SPC
  • Lead supplier root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement plans
  • Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics to identify trends and drive improvements
  • Recommend design or process changes to reduce risk, costs, and defect opportunities
  • Present project status, reports, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and suppliers

Education

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

Benefits

  • Base salary plus potential discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives (stock/options or cash awards)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (discounted stock purchase)
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave, paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks), and 10+ paid holidays
  • 5 days sick leave (exempt employees) and other employee discounts/perks
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August 23, 2025
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