Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical (Starlink)

United States Digital Space LLC; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical, to lead supplier development from early concept to full-scale Starlink production. You will coordinate with internal engineering and manufacturing teams and directly with suppliers to execute smart supply chain strategies that meet production goals.

The role emphasizes design for manufacturability, process optimization, and DOE leadership to ensure high-yield parts while maintaining project timelines and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required.
• +1 year of professional experience in mechanical design and analysis with hands-on project work on complex systems.
• Preferred: Master's degree in mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes and machinery from first principles with a mechanical focus.
• Drive supplier development from concept to high-volume production.
• Collaborate with design, materials, and manufacturing engineers to understand mechanics and sub-system design intent.
• Lead DOE to develop supplier production processes for high-rate, high-yield parts.
• Review supplier DFM, process flow, in-line metrology, and PPAP/FAI reports.

Skills

Design of Experiments

Six Sigma

GDT (Geometric Dimensioning and Toler.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Master's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

CMM

OMM

Job description

the company 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 the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, MECHANICAL (STARLINK)

the company is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity.We are looking for talented, creative, and drivenmechanicalengineers to develop, drive, and maintain suppliers, from initial concept development to full scale production.

This is a high-profile, cross functional position that plays an integral role in enabling development and productionofStarlinkproducts. You will work in close coordination with internal engineering and manufacturing departments as well as directly with suppliers to execute effective, creative and smart supply chain strategies to achieve production goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyzemanufacturingprocesses and machinery from a first principles, physics-based approachwith focus onmechanical domain
• Experience with taking products fromconceptand development intohigh-volumeproduction
• Experience with manufacturing processes likecasting,injection molding,stamping,extrusion,lamination, die cutting, etc.
• Research and identify new materials, manufacturing technologies, and finish options
• Developpart qualificationcriteria, collaborate onfunctionaland reliabilityrequirements, and drive system-level optimization forhigh-volume production.
• Lead Design of Experiments (DOE)todevelopsupplierproductionprocessesfor high-rate, high-yield, and reliableparts
• Performdefect characterization and analysis to determine root cause to improvemanufacturingyields
• Review DFM from the supplier, includingprocess flow, in-line metrology, inspection mechanism, andengineering analysis
• Directthe supplier processmodifications while ultimately responsible for approving first article inspection (FAI) reports, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) reports
• Collaborate with design, materials, and manufacturing engineers to gain an in-depth knowledge ofmechanical parts, assembly, metrology, andsub-system design intent
• Support the procurement team to strategically source parts matched with supplier competencies by reviewing and assessing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems
• Create and define supplier technical and quality requirements based on NPIlifecycle,production phases, and program requirement
• Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, proactivity, technical excellence, creativity, self-direction, and courage

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree inmechanical engineering
• +1years of professional experience in mechanical design and analysis,hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree inmechanicalengineering
• Knowledge of metrology tools and techniques for measuring and characterizingmechanical parts(CMM, OMM, etc.)
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods (Design ofExperiments, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT) principles and applications
• Proficient in 3D CAD and product lifecycle management, preferably Siemens NX
• Exposure to some variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment including motion systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, injection molders, die casters, etc.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position is based in Bastrop, TX and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
• Must be willing to work long hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to travel: Up to 50% work week travel may be required
• Valid driver's license

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of the company’s Affiramtive Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out [e-mail].