Supervisor, Quality Assurance (Starlink Aviation)

SpaceX•Woodinville, WA

18h•$115,000 - $160,000

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring a Supervisor, Quality Assurance for Starlink Aviation. The role leads a team of quality inspectors and oversees quality assurance activities using SpaceX processes and systems in a fast-paced, changing environment. The supervisor develops inspector training and qualification programs, manages and mentors team members, and establishes area standards that prioritize safety and quality. The role also leads root cause and corrective action work and manages critical-characteristic controls and related inspection equipment and layout requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or at least 4 years of quality or inspection experience in an aerospace, military, or high-volume manufacturing/production environment in lieu of a degree.
At least 1 year of experience leading a team or projects.
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted.
Ability to travel for short and extended trips as needed, up to 10%.
Ability to distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of experience inspecting solder, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and surface-mounted devices according to IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards, and/or wire harnesses according to IPC-A-620 standards, and/or inspection and drawing interpretation per ASME Y14.5, and/or quality documentation review per SPX-00000874.
Previous leadership experience in a technical field with 6 or more direct reports.
Practical experience with Quality Management Systems standards (AS9100 and ISO 9001) and Lean Manufacturing.
Experience applying PFMEA/FMECA methods and statistical process control.
Strong knowledge of visual inspection of PCBs, PCBAs, and electronic assemblies, including soldered SMT connections, conformal coating, staking, hardware, and mechanical components.
Strong computer and analytical skills, including proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, shop-floor management software (ERP/MRP), and related programs.
Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, changing environment with flight-quality hardware.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of quality inspectors and be accountable for their performance and goals.
Supervise and assist with eCert and IQC quality assurance activities using SpaceX processes and systems.
Implement training, qualifications, and leveling matrices to maintain a skilled, flexible inspection team.
Manage, coach, and mentor inspectors; write bi-annual reviews and manage corrective or disciplinary actions.
Create and implement area standards and run rules, prioritizing safety and quality.
Lead root cause corrective action and root cause analysis, and recommend and support corrective actions to reduce or eliminate recurring non-conformances.
Own critical-characteristic control within the inspection process, including establishing inspection equipment and layout requirements.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.