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
SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER – COASTING / PLATING
The Supply Chain team is responsible for the sourcing, planning,
procurement, warehousing, and transportation of all raw materials and
components needed to build our revolutionary spacecraft and launch
vehicles. Our mission is to get the right part in the right place at the
right time, every time
The Quality Assurance, Surveillance team is chartered with global
quality surveillance of the supply base, reducing supply chain risk
through assessing and monitoring suppliers, and proactively driving
needed supplier improvements
As a Supplier Quality Engineer – Coating/ Plating with the Quality
Assurance, Surveillance team, you would assess coating/ plating
suppliers and determine if they continue to meet SpaceX technical and
production requirements. As needed, you would execute investigations and
implement countermeasures to remediate supply chain risk. You would
review performance, identify gaps and opportunities around the processes
used to manage supplier audits, corrective/ preventive actions, and
supply chain steering committee reviews, designing and implementing
improvements that can be deployed across the SpaceX enterprise. You
would also support the commodity teams that see a direct impact from
supplier quality related issues, providing quality engineering and
technical expertise necessary to solve the most challenging issues. As
Quality Assurance, Surveillance activities deal with all areas of
SpaceX, you would build an extensive network within design engineering,
build reliability, production, and supply chain management, and a deep
understanding of SpaceX systems and processes. This experience would
enable you to become a critical voice in the development of group and
company strategy
TO BE SUCCESSFUL, YOU WILL NEED:
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and step into chaotic
situations, using technical knowledge and quality background to
understand the current state and most optimal path forward
- A deep technical and practical knowledge of coating/plating
processes and standards
- The ability to conduct formal and informal supplier audits and
process reviews
- The capability to succinctly communicate status and needed action,
often urgently, to all levels of the organization
- An ability to acquire new technical knowledge, particularly around
how purchased components and assemblies integrate into the rocket
and spacecraft
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review and assess supplier manufacturing processes and quality
systems, including conducting formal quality management system and
production process audits. Provide feedback as appropriate on
manufacturing/processing methods and technologies
- Review and understand supplier issues, recommending appropriate
actions
- Drive supplier corrective actions, ensuring true root cause analysis
and corresponding corrective/preventive actions
- Analyze supplier quality data and partner with supplier development
engineers to drive supplier improvements
- Recommend appropriate changes to supplier status based on
surveillance results
- Build relationships with cross-functional groups to understand
supply base needs
- Develop policies, standards, processes, and documentation as
necessary to ensure continued success
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of science degree in an engineering field
- 3+ years of experience in engineering, manufacturing or quality
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree in engineering
- Experience with production and inspection of coating/ plating
- Technical capabilities including knowledge of 2D blueprints and
model drawings
- Experience with AS9100 or similar quality management system standard
- Certified lead auditor for AS9100
- QMS and process audit experience
- Knowledge of supplier quality processes (Production Part Approval
Process, Advanced Product Quality Planning, First Article Inspection
Reports, etc.)
- Disciplined approach to problem solving - 8D
- Good written, oral, and presentation skills
- Ability to operate autonomously and self-direct
- Previous experience working with suppliers, corrective/ preventive
action systems, supplier portals
- Experience in quality engineering, auditing, quality management
system development
- Preferred skills or experience include: SQL, software development &
project management, process flow mapping, material planning systems,
warehouse management systems, lean production environments, six
sigma training
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Position may involve long hours and weekend work as needed
- Position may involve up to 75% travel to suppliers as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations,
applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the
U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or
eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S.
Department of State. Learn more about ITAR HERE.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX 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 SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan
for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring
reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should
notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.