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Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-15 → 2026-07-31

Core

Develop, drive, and maintain suppliers for Starlink satellite manufacturing processes from concept to high-volume production.

Role type

Supplier Development Engineer (Mechanical)

Builds

Starlink satellite components and subsystems

Domain

Aerospace / Satellite Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

mechanical design and analysis, manufacturing process expertise (casting, injection molding, stamping, extrusion, lamination, die cutting), part qualification criteria development, Design of Experiments (DOE), defect characterization and root cause analysis, DFM review, supplier process modification leadership, FAI and PPAP approval, strategic sourcing, NPI lifecycle management

Preferred skills

metrology tools and techniques (CMM, OMM), statistical techniques (Six Sigma), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT), 3D CAD and product lifecycle management (Siemens NX), exposure to production machinery (motion systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, injection molders, die casters)

Technologies

Siemens NX, CMM, OMM

Responsibilities

Analyze manufacturing processes and machinery from a first principles, physics-based approach; Lead Design of Experiments (DOE) to develop supplier production processes; Perform defect characterization and analysis to improve manufacturing yields; Review DFM from suppliers including process flow and inspection mechanisms; Direct supplier process modifications and approve FAI and PPAP reports; Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers on mechanical parts and sub-system design intent; Support procurement in strategically sourcing parts matched with supplier competencies; Create and define supplier technical and quality requirements based on NPI lifecycle and program requirements

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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