RESPONSIBILITIES: + Improve quality, cost, delivery, and capacity metrics for mechanical hardware used in the Starlink satellite systems + Collaborate with design, materials, and manufacturing engineers to gain an in-depth knowledge of piece part, assembly, metrology, and/or sub-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 customer and program requirements and expectations for NPI and production phases + Lead resolution of supplier quality issues through root cause analysis, while functioning as liaison between purchasing, engineering, production, and suppliers + Define product technical requirements, and ensure supplier compliance with these requirements + Implement and monitor the production part approval process (PPAP) with selected suppliers to enable rate production + Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics to identify trends and pinpoint systemic performance gaps and root causes to drive supplier improvement plans + Conduct independent research to identify potential new suppliers and capabilities in manufacturing and metrology + Identify and drive product & process improvements to lower part cost, reduce supply risk, eliminate potential defects, and improve cycle time + Effectively manage mission-critical supply chain by establishing excellent working relationships and regular lines of communication with suppliers + Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, proactivity, technical excellence, creativity, self-direction, and courage + Collaborate with teams, lead projects, and continuously drive improvement in the supply base BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelor's degree in an engineering or STEM discipline + 2+ years of experience in one of the following: manufacturing, supply chain engineering, supplier development/quality, or design engineering (internship experience is applicable) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: + Master's degree in engineering, business, or supply chain + Manufacturing experience in an area such as CNC, Injection Molding, Castings, etc. 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.