SpaceX
Supplier Development Engineer, Manufacturing (Raptor)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Supplier Development Engineer to support the Raptor rocket engine program by managing supplier relationships, overseeing new product introductions, and solving manufacturing and quality challenges across fabrication processes. This role requires deep manufacturing expertise and the ability to work with suppliers to meet aggressive production timelines and quality standards while enabling Mars mission objectives.
What you'll do
- Serve as technical lead for assigned rocket parts and assemblies, solving supplier manufacturing and quality challenges
- Own new product introductions including manufacturing method selection, supplier identification, and production ramp-up
- Drive technical improvements to engineering drawings to reduce risk, defects, lead times, and costs
- Investigate root causes of part issues and implement corrective actions at suppliers or SpaceX
- Lead containment activities and manage supplier process/quality system assessments
- Collaborate with procurement to identify and vet suppliers capable of meeting aggressive delivery schedules
What they're looking for
- Manufacturing and process engineering
- Machined parts, fabricated components, sheet metal, and composites knowledge
- Supplier quality processes (PPAP, APQP, FAIR)
- Problem-solving methodologies (8D, root cause analysis)
- CAD/3D modeling and engineering drawing creation
- GD&T and quality system standards (ISO 9000, AS9100)
- Statistical analysis and lean concepts
- Cross-functional communication and stakeholder management
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SpaceX
SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.
- Website
- spacex.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience managing new product introductions from design to production ramp-up across different manufacturing processes.
- How have you assessed supplier technical capabilities and what factors did you evaluate?