SR. METALLURGICAL ENGINEER, SUPPLY CHAIN (STARSHIP)
This highly technical position requires a proven leader with expertise in process engineering and new product development for machined components and assemblies used in rockets and rocket engines.
We are seeking a candidate with a broad understanding of machining and assembly of metallic components and associated processes to take on new challenges and help enable our mission to Mars.
Responsibilities:
* Lead cutting-edge material development at mills for proprietary SpaceX materials
* Enforce strict requirements at mills world-wide to ensure aerospace-grade materials for the Starship program
* Act as metallurgical point of contact for purchased metallic raw materials and semi-finished products; coil products, sheet metal, stainless steels, mill products, castings, forgings, tubing, etc. used on vehicles and engines
* Lead technical quality issue resolution and liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing and suppliers
* Work with procurement to source exceptional suppliers and qualify them for quality and ability to meet takt times
* Partner with suppliers to develop capability to produce unique SpaceX products
* Develop and approve process controls for critical characteristics
* Conduct design for manufacturing reviews to ensure manufacturability prior to sourcing
* Own NPI process at suppliers for new parts, drawing changes or re-sourcing existing parts
* Recommend technical product improvements to reduce risks to quality and delivery
* Review and assess supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems
* Provide feedback on manufacturing methods and technologies
* Manage supplier improvement plans
* Improve quality performance of suppliers through workshops and technical assistance
Basic Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in engineering or materials discipline
* 5+ years experience in manufacturing, materials or process engineering
Preferred Skills and Experience:
* Master's degree in metallurgical engineering or materials science & engineering
* 2+ years experience with TIG, MIG, and resistance welding of stainless steel
* Familiarity with metallic mill products in alloys and product forms used on launch vehicle and engines
* Experience with coil products, tubings, castings and/or forgings
* Broad familiarity with ancillary processes associated with production of metallic parts
* Technical capabilities including knowledge of 2D blueprints and model drawings
* Knowledge of supplier quality processes and statistical techniques
* Experience with Quality Systems and problem solving
* Proficient in MS Office applications and report writing
* Knowledge of lean concepts and sharing information
Additional Requirements:
* Ability to work extended hours and travel up to 50% work week
* Must be able to work onsite in Brownsville, TX
ITAR Requirements:
* To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State