Supplier Development Engineer, Avionics
Core
Define and implement supplier development strategies for avionics components to support the production of high-power satellites.
Role type
Supplier Development Engineer (Avionics)
Builds
Avionics subsystems (harnessing, PCBs/PCBAs) for satellite platforms
Domain
Aerospace / Avionics / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier evaluation, PPAP management, quality audits, corrective action, vendor management, production roadmap alignment
Preferred skills
Avionics commodities knowledge (harnessing, PCBs), Lean concepts, NPI experience, root cause analysis, SQL
Technologies
ISO 9001, AS9100, PPAP
Responsibilities
Assess supplier capabilities and manufacturing readiness; Manage Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and reliability campaigns; Lead containment and corrective action efforts; Evaluate supplier quality performance via scorecards and audits; Provide program leadership inputs for quality, delivery, and cost; Interface with engineering and procurement to define production roadmaps.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC