Sr. Supplier Development Engineer, Battery (Starlink)
Redmond, Washington, United States · On-site
$135k–$190k/yr
Senior$37B raised
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Skills: Supplier Development, Manufacturing Engineering, New Product Introduction, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Action
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
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Software Engineer, Flight Software C++ (Starshield)
Hawthorne, California, United States · On-site
$125k–$175k/yr
Mid level$37B raised
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this poss…
Skills: Partnership Management, Technical Account Management, Analytical Skills, Systems Thinking, Communication Skills
Sr. Supplier Development Engineer, Battery (Starlink)
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$135k–$190k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Long-term Incentives, Company Stock, Long-term Cash Awards, Discretionary Bonuses, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Medical Coverage
Posted 15d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead the manufacturing and scaling of battery technology for the Starlink program by managing supplier quality and technical performance. Drive cost and yield improvements through first-principles engineering and manage the New Product Introduction process.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and at least 6 years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or design engineering. Candidates must be US citizens or permanent residents to comply with ITAR regulations.
Full job description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, BATTERY (STARLINK)
SpaceX is seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Sr. Supplier Development Engineer to join our Starlink team. This pivotal role focuses on manufacturing of our battery technology and scaling production to meet the ambitious demands of the Starlink program. We are looking for individuals with high agency, a strong sense of ownership, and a proven track record of delivering results in complex manufacturing environments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as the primary technical point of contact for highly engineering machined components and mitigate risk to the Starship program by solving high-impact manufacturing and quality challenges throughout the supply chain
Drive piece part quality and cost improvements by applying a first-principles approach to deconstruct design, material selection and manufacturing methods – identify inefficiencies and engineering solutions that drive a step change impact in performance, yield and cost reduction
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to expand supply chain capability – conducting rigorous technical assessments, driving qualification activities, and validating process capability
Identify and execute alternative manufacturing methods that could result in lower cost, faster lead times, and improved quality (castings, forgings, machining, etc.)
Own New Product Introduction (NPI) and qualification processes at suppliers for new parts, drawing changes, process changes, or sourcing activities
Function as liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and suppliers to resolve supplier quality issues, to provide technical support, and to drive continuous improvement
Influence design and sourcing decisions by leveraging technical expertise and industry insights – provide data-driven recommendations on manufacturability, quality, cost and lead time tradeoffs
Own the root cause and corrective action process by leading cross-functional investigations, utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies to drive widespread implementation of robust and permanent solutions
6+ years of experience in one of the following: Supply chain engineering, supplier development/quality, manufacturing, design engineering
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience with machining methods and processes
Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
Knowledge of supplier quality processes; Production Part Approval Process, Advanced Product Quality Planning, First Article Inspection Reports, etc.
Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods like design of experiments, Six Sigma, etc.
Experience with Quality Systems (ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP)
Experience with sharing information and influencing others; strong written and verbal communication skills, able to liaise cross functionally, internally and externally, make presentations to team members and management
Proven ability to take initiative and act with urgency in ambiguous and high-pressure environments
Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and evolving technical challenges
Own problems end-to-end, refusing to pass blame, instead digging into the details to determine and execute on path forward until resolution is achieved
Continuously challenge the status quote by driving innovation
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work long hours and some nights and/or weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
Ability to travel domestically and internationally for business needs - up to 50%
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range: Sr. Supplier Development Engineer: $135,000.00 - $190,000.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft
Industry
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
2002
Headquarters
Hawthorne, California
LinkedIn followers
3,616,109
Total funding
$37B
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary.
SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA.
For more information, visit www.spacex.com.
Offices: Rocket Road, Hawthorne, California, US · Rocket Road, McGregor, TX, US · Rocket Road, Cape Canaveral AFS, FL 32920, US · 1030 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, US · 731 Kelp Road SLC-4E, Vandenberg AFB, CA 93437, US
Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy RocketsDragon Cargo and Crew SpacecraftMerlin Rocket EnginesDraco and SuperDraco ThrustersPICA-X high performance heat shield materialand Satellite DevelopmentSpace TravelInformation TechnologyNational SecurityTransportation
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft
Industry
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
2002
Headquarters
Hawthorne, California
LinkedIn followers
3,616,109
Total funding
$37B
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary.
SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA.
For more information, visit www.spacex.com.
Offices: Rocket Road, Hawthorne, California, US · Rocket Road, McGregor, TX, US · Rocket Road, Cape Canaveral AFS, FL 32920, US · 1030 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, US · 731 Kelp Road SLC-4E, Vandenberg AFB, CA 93437, US
Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy RocketsDragon Cargo and Crew SpacecraftMerlin Rocket EnginesDraco and SuperDraco ThrustersPICA-X high performance heat shield materialand Satellite DevelopmentSpace TravelInformation TechnologyNational SecurityTransportation