Supplier Development Engineer, Automation & Controls (Starlink)
Core
Drive development, bring-up, and optimization of automated manufacturing equipment and control systems for Starlink User Terminal production at contract manufacturers.
Role type
Supplier Development Engineer (Automation & Controls)
Builds
Automated assembly lines, conveyor systems, and robotic cells for high-volume satellite terminal manufacturing
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming, fixturing design, conveyor logic, line balancing, DOE, statistical process control, equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), root cause analysis, industrial networking protocols
Preferred skills
Robotic cell integration, vision guidance, servo motion control, takt time optimization, OEE tracking, PPAP execution, safety standards compliance
Technologies
Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, SCADA, HMI, Minitab
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end development and qualification of automation equipment; Design and qualify custom automation fixtures and workholding solutions; Develop and optimize conveyor systems and material flow control; Program and debug PLC logic, HMIs, and SCADA systems; Lead line optimization initiatives for throughput maximization; Integrate robotic systems and vision guidance into automated assembly cells; Perform reactive quality engineering support and root cause analysis
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC