Supply Chain Engineer - Mechanical
Core
Ensuring seamless integration of engineering and manufacturing capabilities with the supplier network for in-orbit pharmaceutical processing and reentry capsules.
Role type
Supply Chain Engineer - Mechanical
Builds
W-Series vehicles, pharmaceutical processing payloads, reentry capsules, and satellite buses for commercial space infrastructure.
Domain
Aerospace / Commercial Space Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier quality program framework creation, Designed for Manufacturability (DFM) input, supplier selection, supplier audits, root cause analysis, GD&T interpretation, FMEA/DMAIC/8D quality tools, engineering drawing interpretation, mechanical machining knowledge, sheet metal mechanisms, structural hardware evaluation.
Preferred skills
Expert knowledge in mechanical machining, propulsion systems, PCB/PCBA manufacturing, AS9100/ISO 9001 quality management systems, space system components and materials.
Technologies
AS9100, ISO 9001, GD&T (ANSI Y14.5), FMEA, DMAIC, 8D
Responsibilities
Create framework for supplier quality programs, collaborate on new product introduction and R&D projects, evaluate potential suppliers and conduct audits, define and implement robust quality requirements, build relationships to drive continuous improvement, investigate and resolve supplier quality issues, participate in design reviews and risk assessments.
Seniority
Mid-level (3-6+ years experience)