Sr. Supply Chain Reliability Engineer (Materials)

SpaceX develops technologies to enable human life on Mars and make space exploration possible.
$125,000 - $175,000
DevOps
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Space

Description For Sr. Supply Chain Reliability Engineer (Materials)

SpaceX, a pioneering space exploration company, is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Reliability Engineer to join their team in Hawthorne, CA. This role is crucial in ensuring the quality and reliability of materials used in SpaceX's ambitious mission to enable human life on Mars.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of space technology, managing and leading cross-functional risk activities for spacecraft materials and components. As the reliability point of contact for metallic raw materials and semi-finished products, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the safety and success of SpaceX's vehicles and engines.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of manufacturing experience and a bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably in metallurgical engineering or materials science. This role requires a unique combination of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills to work effectively with various teams and suppliers.

Working at SpaceX means being part of a dynamic environment where your decisions directly impact the future of space exploration. The company offers competitive compensation ($125,000-$175,000) and comprehensive benefits, including equity opportunities, medical coverage, and retirement plans. While the position demands dedication with possible extended hours and travel requirements, it provides an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to humanity's space exploration journey.

The role requires being based in Hawthorne, CA, and meeting ITAR requirements. You'll be responsible for leading failure investigations, monitoring supplier capabilities, and driving improvements in manufacturing processes. This position offers extensive growth potential through interaction with various departments and deep involvement in SpaceX's systems and processes.

Join SpaceX if you're passionate about space exploration, have strong technical capabilities, and want to be part of a team that's literally reaching for the stars. Your work will directly contribute to making human life multi-planetary, working with cutting-edge technology and some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Supply Chain Reliability Engineer (Materials)

  • Act as reliability point of contact for purchased metallic raw materials and semi-finished products
  • Interface with production operations and engineering teams to develop quality signals and processes
  • Drive changes for system reliability, manufacturability, and efficiency
  • Lead cross functional supplier quality failure investigations
  • Coordinate failure resolution and follow-up actions
  • Manage containment actions for non-conforming products
  • Identify risk reduction opportunities and improve manufacturability
  • Review acceptance and qualification of new supplier capabilities
  • Monitor supplier capabilities and resolve issues
  • Assess changes in supplier processes and cross-functional impacts
  • Run ongoing reliability risk review activities
  • Work with cross-functional teams to drive improved verification

Requirements For Sr. Supply Chain Reliability Engineer (Materials)

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing/inspection of mechanical products
  • Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Up to 25% work week travel required, including international
  • Must be based in Hawthorne, CA - no remote work
  • Valid driver's license
  • Must meet ITAR requirements (US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)

Benefits For Sr. Supply Chain Reliability Engineer (Materials)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Company stock or stock options
  • Long-term cash awards
  • Potential discretionary bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short & long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • 5 days sick leave per year

Interested in this job?

Jobs Related To SpaceX Sr. Supply Chain Reliability Engineer (Materials)

Sr. Software Infrastructure Engineer (Starlink)

Senior Software Infrastructure Engineer position at SpaceX working on Starlink's software and network infrastructure, focusing on DevOps and site reliability.

Sr. IT Network Engineer

Senior IT Network Engineer position at SpaceX focusing on wireless network design, deployment, and management for space technology development.

Sr. IT Systems Engineer

Senior IT Systems Engineer position at SpaceX focusing on Microsoft-based technologies and infrastructure to support space exploration initiatives.

Sr. Software Infrastructure Engineer (Starlink)

Senior Software Infrastructure Engineer role at SpaceX, focusing on Starlink's DevOps and infrastructure scaling, offering $160-220K salary with comprehensive benefits.

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Tool & Die Machining (Starlink)

Senior Manufacturing Engineer position at SpaceX, focusing on tool and die machining for Starlink satellite production, offering competitive salary and benefits.