Supplier Development Engineer, Electrical (Starlink)

• ◆Analyze manufacturing processes and electromechanical assemblies from a first principles, physics-based approach with focus on electrical domain
• ◆Experience with taking products from concept and development into high-volume production
• ◆Work closely with engineers from adjacent disciplines (mechanical, thermal, software, test engineering, supply chain, etc.) to deliver tightly integrated, high-performance hardware
• ◆Develop part qualification criteria, collaborate on functional and reliability requirements, and drive system-level optimization for high-volume production
• ◆Lead Design of Experiments (DOE) to develop supplier production processes for high-rate, high-yield, and reliable parts
• ◆Lead hardware failure investigations, defect characterization and analysis to determine root causes to improve manufacturing yields
• ◆Direct the supplier process modifications while ultimately responsible for approving first article inspection (FAI) reports, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) reports
• ◆Collaborate with design, materials, and manufacturing engineers to gain an in-depth knowledge of electrical parts, assembly, metrology, and sub-system design intent
• ◆Create and define supplier technical and quality

based on NPI lifecycle, production phases, and program requirement

• ✓Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, proactivity, technical excellence, creativity, self-direction, and courage

• ✓Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• ✓2+ years of professional experience in electrical engineering, electronics manufacturing, quality engineering, reliability engineering (internship and extracurricular experience is applicable)

• ✓Master's degree in electrical engineering
• ✓5+ years of professional experience in consumer electronics
• ✓Experience troubleshooting electronics hardware and/or RF communication systems
• ✓Hands-on knowledge of high-volume electromechanical manufacturing processes including motors, sensors, robotics, automation lines etc.
• ✓Strong understanding of manufacturing capability evaluations, including capacity analysis, process capability indices (Cp/Cpk), process window validation, and scalability for high-volume electronics production
• ✓Strong problem-solving skills using structured root cause analysis methods and statistical tools such as Minitab, design of experiments (DOE), and Six Sigma
• ✓Knowledge of reliability engineering practices such as accelerated life testing, flex-cycle testing, thermal aging, humidity exposure, and electrical-specific failure mechanism analysis
• ✓Ability to read and interpret two-dimensional drawings, electrical specifications, pair balance requirements, and connector datasheets
• ✓Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex technical topics into clear one-pagers and presentations
• ✓Experience in a fast-paced, iterative design environment within the consumer electronics, mobile handsets, medical devices, aerospace, or automotive industries

• ✓Position is based in Bastrop, TX and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
• ✓Position may require extended working hours and occasional weekends to support production ramps and critical issue resolution
• ✓Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally

ITAR

• ✓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. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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