Supplier Development Engineer
Core
Technical focal point for Launch site supply chain, enabling suppliers to manufacture premium quality machined components and assemblies for rockets and rocket engines.
Role type
Senior Supplier Development Engineer (Launch Site)
Builds
Machined components and assemblies for Starship, Dragon, and Falcon programs
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Rocketry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Process engineering, New product development, Machining and assembly of metallic components, Root cause analysis, Design for manufacturing (DFM), Production part approval process (PPAP), Supplier quality management, Statistical techniques (DOE, Lean, Six Sigma), Quality systems (ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP), MRP/ERP systems, Problem-solving (8D, A3), SQL, Power BI
Preferred skills
Master's degree in engineering, Experience with milling/turning/fabrication, Vendor design-engineered systems (pumps, valves, actuators), GD&T interpretation, Advanced statistical methods, Cross-organizational influence
Technologies
SQL, Power BI, MRP/ERP, ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP, 8D, A3
Responsibilities
Act as technical point of contact for assigned parts/systems, Lead containment activities to mitigate schedule risk, Drive resolution at suppliers for critical path components, Review issues and implement changes or re-source parts, Create and disposition issue tickets, Work with procurement to vet exceptional suppliers, Own NPI process for new parts or re-sourcing, Drive PPAP program for stable supply
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities