Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical (Falcon & Dragon)
Core
Technical point of contact for assigned mechanical parts, solving emergent manufacturing and quality challenges at suppliers to support SpaceX's Falcon and Dragon rocket programs.
Role type
Supplier Development Engineer (Mechanical)
Builds
Machined components and assemblies for rockets and rocket engines
Domain
Aerospace / Rocket Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (incorrect mapping, corrected below)
Deliverable
physical/clinical work (Note: This is a manufacturing role, not clinical. The correct mapping based on the schema options provided in the prompt instructions is tricky as 'physical/clinical' is the only non-digital option. However, the role is about manufacturing. Let's re-evaluate the 'Deliverable' options: 'production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work'. None fit perfectly. 'product features' is closest as they enable the features of the rocket. 'infrastructure' is for supply chain. Let's select 'product features' as the parts enable the rocket's function, or 'infrastructure' if viewed as supply chain. Given the 'physical' nature of machining, but the options are specific. Let's look at the instruction: 'physical/clinical work'. This role is definitely not clinical. Is it 'infrastructure'? No. Is it 'product features'? Yes, the parts are features of the rocket. Let's use 'product features'.)
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
root cause analysis, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), supplier quality processes, machining operations, GD&T, 8D problem solving, SQL, PowerBI, statistical techniques (Minitab, Six Sigma), CAD software
Preferred skills
experience with ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP quality systems, MRP/ERP systems, Pareto analysis, PFMEA, cross-functional leadership
Technologies
SQL, PowerBI, Minitab, CAD software, MRP/ERP systems
Responsibilities
Solve emergent manufacturing and quality challenges at suppliers, drive technical product improvements and engineering drawing updates, conduct DFM reviews, own new product introduction of parts and assemblies, lead containment activities, work with procurement to vet suppliers
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC