Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical (Falcon & Dragon)
Core
Technical point of contact for assigned mechanical parts, solving emergent manufacturing and quality challenges at suppliers to support SpaceX's Falcon and Dragon rocket programs.
Role type
Supplier Development Engineer (Mechanical)
Builds
Machined components and assemblies for rockets and rocket engines
Domain
Aerospace / Rocket Manufacturing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
root cause analysis, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), supplier quality processes, machining operations, GD&T, 8D problem solving, SQL, PowerBI, statistical techniques (Minitab, Six Sigma), CAD software
Preferred skills
experience with ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP quality systems, MRP/ERP systems, Pareto analysis, PFMEA, cross-functional leadership
Technologies
SQL, PowerBI, Minitab, CAD software, MRP/ERP systems
Responsibilities
Solve emergent manufacturing and quality challenges at suppliers, drive technical product improvements and engineering drawing updates, conduct DFM reviews, own new product introduction of parts and assemblies, lead containment activities, work with procurement to vet suppliers
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC