Senior Mechanical Metrology & Supplier Development Engineer

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Sr. Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical Metrology (Starlink) to lead end-to-end supplier strategies for high‑precision mechanical components and metrology processes in a high‑volume production environment.

You will drive GD&T, PC‑DMIS, AI-enabled metrology, PPAP/FAI, GR&R, and supplier improvements while collaborating with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to achieve exceptional quality, cost, and delivery targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, metrology, industrial engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in mechanical metrology, precision manufacturing, or supplier development.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end supplier development for mechanical metrology and high‑precision components within the Starlink User Terminal BOM.
• Engage with suppliers on selection, equipment, and process engineering to set up high‑volume manufacturing programs.
• Lead AI-powered metrology solutions and drive PPAP/FAI, GR&R, and production ramps to enable full‑rate manufacturing.

Skills

GD&T expertise

AI in metrology

CMM PC‑DMIS

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related

Tools

PC‑DMIS

Hexagon CMM

OMM hardware

Six Sigma

Job description

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Sr. Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical Metrology (Starlink) to lead end-to-end supplier strategies for high‑precision mechanical components and metrology processes in a high‑volume production environment.

You will drive GD&T, PC‑DMIS, AI-enabled metrology, PPAP/FAI, GR&R, and supplier improvements while collaborating with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to achieve exceptional quality, cost, and delivery targets.