This role pays more than
56%
of similar roles. Most pay
$134,000–$176,450
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$162k
versus about
$155k
for comparable roles.
Based on 237 similar postings.
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About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.
SpaceX currently has
644 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$160,000
across 483 roles with salary data.
SpaceX is hiring a Senior Supplier Development Engineer for its Starlink team in Redmond, WA, focusing on battery technology manufacturing and scaling production to meet the program's demands. The role involves acting as the primary technical point of contact for engineering machined components, driving piece part quality improvements, identifying new suppliers, executing alternative manufacturing methods, owning NPI processes, and resolving supplier quality issues through cross-functional collaboration. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, 6+ years of relevant experience, expertise in machining methods, knowledge of supplier quality processes, statistical techniques, and strong communication skills. The position requires working long hours, including nights and weekends, and up to 50% travel for business needs.
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