Principal Supplier Development Engineer (Starship)

Who you are

You are a highly motivated and technically proficient engineer with a strong sense of ownership and a proven track record in complex manufacturing environments. You have experience acting as a primary technical point of contact for engineering machined components, and you excel at solving high-impact manufacturing and quality challenges throughout the supply chain. Your approach is grounded in first principles, allowing you to identify inefficiencies and engineering solutions that drive significant improvements in performance, yield, and cost reduction.

You have a strong background in evaluating and onboarding new suppliers, conducting rigorous technical assessments, and driving qualification activities to validate process capabilities. You are adept at identifying and executing alternative manufacturing methods that enhance production efficiency and quality. Your ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams ensures that you can drive piece part quality and cost improvements while maintaining alignment with the overall goals of the Starship program.

Desirable

Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing environments is a plus, as is familiarity with advanced manufacturing techniques and materials. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to the mission of enabling human life on Mars.

What you'll do

In this role, you will be responsible for introducing innovative products and manufacturing methods throughout the supply chain to support the Starship program. You will act as the primary technical point of contact for engineering machined components, working closely with suppliers to mitigate risks and solve complex manufacturing challenges. Your focus will be on driving piece part quality and cost improvements by applying a first-principles approach to design, material selection, and manufacturing methods.

You will identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to expand supply chain capabilities, conducting thorough technical assessments and driving qualification activities to ensure that processes meet the high standards required for the Starship program. Additionally, you will execute alternative manufacturing methods that enhance production efficiency and quality, contributing to the overall success of the program.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation. We offer a collaborative work environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the future of space exploration. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a mission that aims to make human life multi-planetary. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.