Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical (Starship)

About this role

SpaceX seeks a Supplier Development Engineer specializing in mechanical engineering to enhance the supply chain for their Starship program. The role requires strong manufacturing engineering experience and the capability to drive supplier success while addressing technical and quality challenges.

What you'll do

• Act as the technical point of contact for rocket parts and assemblies
• Manage new product introductions and ensure reliable ramp-up processes
• Implement technical product improvements and update engineering drawings
• Investigate and resolve issues at suppliers or internally
• Conduct assessments of supplier manufacturing processes and systems
• Drive cross-functional containment activities for assigned parts

What they're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• 1+ years in manufacturing or process engineering
• Knowledge of machining and fabrication processes
• Understanding of supplier quality processes
• Experience with 3D modeling/CAD software
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication and influencing abilities
• Knowledge of lean concepts and statistical methods