Supplier Development Engineer (PCB/PCBA)
Core
Enable suppliers to manufacture premium quality rocket and avionics components (PCBs, PCBAs, EEE) at high volumes for the Starship program.
Role type
Senior Supplier Development Engineer (Electronics Manufacturing)
Builds
Rocket components, PCBs, PCBAs, and avionics assemblies for Starship
Domain
Aerospace / Electronics Manufacturing
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing process enablement)
Required skills
PCB/PCBA manufacturing expertise, supplier quality management, root cause analysis (8D), DFM, statistical analysis (Minitab, DOE, Six Sigma), CAD/Engineering drawings, ISO/AS9100 quality systems, lean concepts
Preferred skills
Electronics manufacturing experience, knowledge of pick-and-place/reflow/soldering equipment, IPC standards, supplier auditing, PFMEA
Technologies
Minitab, CAD software, AOI systems, X-ray systems, Reflow ovens, Wave/Selective soldering systems
Responsibilities
Serve as technical point of contact for assigned parts and assemblies, own new product introduction and supplier ramp-up, analyze production data to drive improvements, solve root cause issues and implement corrective actions, lead containment activities, support strategic sourcing by assessing supplier capabilities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC