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Supplier Development Engineer, Harnessing (Starlink)

Redmond, WA💼 Full-time💰 $1–$1🗓 2026-09-23 → 2026-09-26

Core

Own continuity of supply and improve quality, cost, delivery, and capacity metrics for Cables, Connectors, and Harnessing used in Starlink Satellites.

Role type

Supplier Development Engineer (Electronics Manufacturing)

Builds

Starlink Satellites and their harnessing components

Domain

Aerospace / Satellite Communications / Electronics Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Supplier development, quality systems (PPAP, APQP, FAIR, RCCA, 8D), electronics manufacturing (copper/fiber harnessing, cable, connectors), supplier auditing and onboarding, root cause analysis, cost reduction, yield improvement, statistical process control (SPC), lean methods, Six Sigma

Preferred skills

Advanced degree in engineering or supply chain, 3+ years in supply chain engineering/quality/manufacturing, SQL, Minitab, negotiation, project ownership

Technologies

Excel, Minitab, SQL, ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP

Responsibilities

Review and approve package substrate fabrication technology and assembly processes; Identify, audit, and onboard new suppliers; Lead resolution of supplier quality issues through root cause analysis; Define product technical requirements and ensure supplier compliance; Implement and monitor the production part approval process (PPAP); Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics to drive improvement plans; Provide feedback on manufacturing methods to eliminate costs and increase yields; Act as liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers.

Seniority

Mid-level IC (3+ years experience)

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