Supplier Development Engineer, Electronics
Core
Build and sustain a world-class supplier base capable of delivering flight-quality electronics hardware to orbit.
Role type
Supplier Development Engineer (Electronics)
Builds
Autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors
Domain
Aerospace/Defense, Electronics Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (supplier network for flight hardware)
Required skills
Supplier qualification and lifecycle management, IPC standards compliance (A-610, J-STD-001, A-620), MIL-STD testing protocols, Lean manufacturing implementation, Electronics quality escape resolution, Supply chain risk mitigation, Cross-functional collaboration, NPI support (DFM, scalability), Audit execution (AS9100, ITAR/EAR)
Preferred skills
IPC Certified Specialist (CIS) or Trainer (CIT), Space-technology electronics supply chain experience, Power electronics testing expertise, Lean/Six Sigma certification, High-reliability power supply knowledge, Statistical process control (SPC), NASA workmanship standards familiarity
Technologies
AOI, X-ray, ICT, Functional test, ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Suite
Responsibilities
Lead supplier development lifecycle for electronics, PCBA, and power systems; Execute technical audits and capability assessments; Develop supplier quality programs and scorecards; Conduct process audits for AS9100 and MIL-STD compliance; Drive lean implementation at supplier sites; Mitigate supply chain risks and obsolescence; Collaborate with engineering teams on NPI; Travel to supplier sites (30–50%)
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC