The opportunity
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
What you'll do
Lead supplier qualification, development, and ongoing performance management: for SMT and PCBA manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with SpaceX quality standards and production timelines.
Drive NPI activities for new SMT lines, including process validation,: equipment selection, and yield optimization at supplier facilities around the world.
Identify and resolve manufacturing defects, process inefficiencies, and: quality issues in SMT assembly, such as solder paste application, component placement, reflow soldering, and automated optical inspection (AOI).
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production: failures, utilizing tools like PFMEA, DOE, and SPC to improve process capability and reduce defects per million opportunities (DPMO).
Collaborate with SpaceX design, manufacturing, and quality teams to: incorporate DFM/DFA feedback into supplier processes
Travel to supplier sites (up to 50%) to audit facilities, oversee ramp-ups,: and provide on-site technical support for high-volume SMT production.
What they're looking for
- Develop and maintain supplier scorecards, KPIs, and continuous improvement: plans focused on cost reduction, yield enhancement, and supply chain resilience.
- Support the transition from prototype to mass production, including capacity: planning, equipment upgrades, and automation integration for SMT lines.
- Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, J-STD-001) and: SpaceX-specific requirements for mission-critical electronics.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering,: manufacturing engineering, or a related technical field.