Automation Build Engineer, Development (Starlink)
Core
Lead large-scale projects to develop standardized procedures and optimize fabrication and integration processes for factory infrastructure and modular automation assets.
Role type
Senior IC build engineer (manufacturing operations)
Builds
Factory infrastructure, modular automation cells, and tooling for Starlink development
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Automation systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical or electrical hardware system design, design for manufacturability (DFM), design for reliability, design for maintenance, root cause analysis, statistical process control (SPC), SQL databases, 3D CAD modeling (NX, Catia, Solidworks), DFMEA/PFMEA methodology, tooling design
Preferred skills
transitioning products from design to manufacturing, creating design and manufacturing readiness presentations, solving complex problems with minimal supervision
Technologies
NX, Catia, Solidworks, SQL
Responsibilities
Coordinate ownership across multi-disciplinary teams including engineering, supply chain, and materials management; Manage the build and configuration of modular automation assets from raw material purchase to handoff; Prepare engineering documentation for transition from development to production; Act as primary liaison for non-conforming product troubleshooting and corrective actions; Spearhead cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality; Design and validate tooling to ensure repeatability and efficiency.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC