About the job
At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos. Our mission is to create the technologies that will make this a reality, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
Supplier Development Engineer - SMT (Starlink)
Join us in revolutionizing global connectivity! SpaceX is at the forefront of developing a low-latency broadband internet system designed to serve consumers worldwide. Our Starlink project aims to deliver fast and reliable internet to underserved populations, including rural areas where connectivity is scarce. We are seeking innovative and passionate engineers to cultivate and oversee supplier relationships from concept to mass production.
As a Supplier Development Engineer focusing on Surface Mount Technology (SMT) for Starlink, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and scalability of Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) manufacturing at our global supplier network. You will spearhead New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives, enhance processes, and manage the scaling of SMT production lines to meet SpaceX’s high-volume objectives. This role demands a strong technical background in SMT processes, hands-on experience in PCBA manufacturing, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and suppliers globally. Based in Bastrop, Texas, you will report to the Supplier Development Engineering team lead and contribute significantly to the rapid development and production scaling of Starlink hardware.

