Supply Chain Engineer (Starship)

Space Exploration Technologies • Hawthorne, CA

221d • $95,000 - $130,000 • Remote

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Supply Chain Engineer to join our Starship Valves team in Hawthorne, CA. This pivotal role focuses on introducing new valve products and manufacturing methods throughout the supply chain while simultaneously scaling production to meet the ambitious demands of our Starship program. We are looking for individuals with high agency, a strong sense of ownership, and a proven track record of delivering results in complex manufacturing environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline (e.g. mechanical, chemical, materials, metallurgical, etc.)
• 1+ years of experience with manufacturing or process engineering role

Nice To Haves

• Experience with machining methods and processes, particularly in valve manufacturing
• Familiarity with the ancillary processes associated with the production of metallic parts, e.g., NDE, heat treatment, etc.
• Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
• Knowledge of supplier quality processes; Production Part Approval Process, Advanced Product Quality Planning, First Article Inspection Reports, etc.
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods like design of experiments, Six Sigma, etc.
• Experience with Quality Systems (ISO 9000/TS/AS9100/NADCAP)
• Experience with sharing information and influencing others; strong written and verbal communication skills, able to liaise cross functionally, internally and externally, make presentations to team members and management
• Proven ability to take initiative and act with urgency in ambiguous and high-pressure environments
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and evolving technical challenges
• Own problems end-to-end, refusing to pass blame, instead digging into the details to determine and execute on path forward until resolution is achieved
• Continuously challenge the status quote by driving innovation

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical point of contact for highly engineering machined components and mitigate risk to the Starship program by solving high-impact manufacturing and quality challenges throughout the supply chain.
• Drive piece part quality and cost improvements by applying a first-principles approach to deconstruct design, material selection and manufacturing methods - identify inefficiencies and engineering solutions that drive a step change impact in performance, yield and cost reduction.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to expand supply chain capability - conducting rigorous technical assessments, driving qualification activities, and validating process capability.
• Identify and execute alternative manufacturing methods that could result in lower cost, faster lead times, and improved quality (castings, forgings, machining, etc.).
• Own New Product Introduction (NPI) and qualification processes at suppliers for new parts, drawing changes, process changes, or sourcing activities.
• Function as liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and suppliers to resolve supplier quality issues, to provide technical support, and to drive continuous improvement.
• Influence design and sourcing decisions by leveraging technical expertise and industry insights - provide data-driven recommendations on manufacturability, quality, cost and lead time tradeoffs.
• Own the root cause and corrective action process by leading cross-functional investigations, utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies to drive widespread implementation of robust and permanent solutions.

Benefits

• Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX.
• You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards.
• Potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Various other discounts and perks.
• Accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees