SR. SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (STARLINK)

SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system. We provide reliable and fast internet to millions of users worldwide, including populations with little or no connectivity, rural communities, aircraft, watercraft, and places where existing services are unreliable, too expensive, or disconnected by natural disasters. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, thousands of satellites and consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing. The Starlink team is seeking out the best-in-class professionals to maximize Starlink’s potential for communities and businesses around the globe.

This is a high-profile, cross-functional position that plays an integral role in enabling development and production flow of Starlink user terminals. You will work in close coordination with internal engineering and manufacturing departments as well as directly with suppliers to execute effective, creative, and smart supply chain strategies to achieve production goals. With integration taking place in-house, supplier development engineers are able to see their assemblies come to life every day!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Improve quality, cost, delivery, and capacity metrics for mechanical hardware used in Starlink user terminals
• Collaborate with design, materials, and manufacturing engineers to gain an in-depth knowledge of piece part, assembly, metrology, and/or sub-system design intent
• Support the procurement team to strategically source parts matched with supplier competencies by reviewing and assessing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems
• Create and define supplier technical and quality requirements based on customer and program requirements and expectations for NPI and production phases
• Lead resolution of supplier quality issues through root cause analysis, while functioning as liaison between purchasing, engineering, production, and suppliers
• Define product technical requirements, and ensure supplier compliance with these requirements
• Implement and monitor the production part approval process (PPAP) with selected suppliers to enable rate production
• Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics to identify trends and pinpoint systemic performance gaps and root causes to drive supplier improvement plans
• Conduct independent research to identify potential new suppliers and capabilities in manufacturing and metrology
• Identify and drive product & process improvements to lower part cost, reduce supply risk, eliminate potential defects, and improve cycle time
• Effectively manage mission-critical supply chain by establishing excellent working relationships and regular lines of communication with suppliers
• Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, proactivity, technical excellence, creativity, self-direction, and courage
• Collaborate with teams, lead projects, and continuously drive improvement in the supply base

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 6+ years of experience in one of the following: supply chain engineering, supplier development/quality, manufacturing, design engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in and engineering discipline, business, or supply chain
• 10+ years of experience in one of the following: supply chain engineering, supplier development/quality, manufacturing, design engineering
• Proven track record of taking ownership of projects, negotiating successfully to reduce costs, and influencing engineering customers to drive results
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods (design of experiments, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT) principles and applications
• Knowledge of metrology tools and techniques for measuring and characterizing mechanical parts
• Knowledge of lean, production, and supply chain concepts
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to act quickly in a fast-moving and high-stress environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to travel: Up to 50% work week travel may be required
• Valid driver’s license

Instawork’s on-demand labor marketplace is uniquely valuable for robotics and physical AI. We’re working with leading frontier labs to create the highest-quality, highest-diversity datasets for training robotics foundation models. Instawork Robotics is the human advantage in the robotics revolution. 

We are seeking a highly skilled, part-time Field Engineering Technician to manage the maintenance, calibration, and local deployment of a fleet of 600 custom wearable camera rigs. Unlike standard IT support, this role sits at the intersection of precision electronics, mechanical assembly, and field operations. You will be the primary guardian of our hardware integrity, ensuring that high-stakes egocentric data collection continues without interruption across various deployment sites.

About IRL

Researchers at UC Berkeley have identified a “100,000-year data gap” - the gulf between what trained AI language models and what physical robots actually have to learn from. Closing that gap is the defining infrastructure challenge of the physical AI era. IRL is Instawork’s answer to it. We deploy skilled workers into real commercial and residential environments - kitchens, warehouses, hotel floors, homes - to capture the high-fidelity task data that the world’s leading Robotics labs use to train their foundation models. Read more here.

Who You Are:

A problem-solver who enjoys troubleshooting, working with physical devices, and finding creative solutions to problems quickly. 

• Education: ITI or Diploma in Electronics, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: proven background in repairing "small-form-factor" electronics (e.g., smartphones, drones, or action cameras)
• Technical Skills: high dexterity with precision hand tools, multimeters, and soldering stations
• Safety: deep understanding of ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) safety protocols
• Software: comfortable navigating Linux/Windows-based diagnostic shells and firmware update tools.
• Mobility must possess a valid two-wheeler license and a personal vehicle for local travel.
• A hard worker who is comfortable working in new and different field environments, and adapting to new hardware and systems. 
• An operator who is experienced with the basics of hardware maintenance and support.
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Nice-to-haves:

Experience supporting robotics, sensors, wearables, cameras, or prototype hardware systems. Experience with firmware flashing, Linux, Android, embedded devices, or basic networking. Experience at an early-stage or mid-stage startup. Basic electrical, mechanical, or hardware assembly experience. Comfort building with AI tools like Cursor and Claude Code

What You’ll Do:

• Field Hardware Support. Maintain and troubleshoot deployed data collection systems, including cameras, sensors, batteries, storage media, cables, mounts, and wearable equipment.
• Device Configuration. Perform hardware setup, provisioning, firmware flashing, software updates, calibration, and readiness checks prior to deployment.
• Issue Resolution. Diagnose and resolve day-to-day technical issues in the field, document recurring failures, and escalate more complex problems to engineering teams.
• Repair & Refurbishment. Replace damaged or worn components, manage spare parts inventory, and prepare returned systems for rapid redeployment.
• Operator Enablement. Support field operators with fit adjustments, setup guidance, charging workflows, and best practices to ensure reliable data capture.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration. Coordinate with robotics leadership, data ops, QA, and engineering teams to continuously improve hardware reliability, usability, and field performance.

We are looking for an Application Engineer to support our Sales and Engineering teams. In this role, you will analyze CAD models and technical drawings, assess manufacturability, calculate costs, and provide DFM feedback to ensure accurate and timely quoting for our customers. This position combines deep technical expertise in manufacturing processes with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze drawings and CAD models (in English)
• Calculate manufacturing costs (materials, machining hours, post-processing)
• Provide recommendations on manufacturing processes where needed
• Document and transfer calculations to the Sales/Commercial team
• Review 3D models and 2D drawings for quoting and manufacturability feedback
• Organize RFQs and clarify details with Sales and Engineering teams
• Maintain quote databases and ensure timely updates
• Deliver high-quality and accurate quotes ideally within 1–2 working hours
• Support process automation initiatives and workflow optimization

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Process Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in metalworking / mechanical engineering
• Expert knowledge of machining and fabrication processes: turning, milling, CNC machining, EDM, laser/waterjet/plasma cutting, sheet metal processing, welding
• Understanding of post-processing methods: polishing, hardening, heat treatment, anodizing, sand/shot blasting, coatings, painting
• Knowledge of different materials (metals, plastics, composites) and their processing properties
• English level B2+
• Customer-oriented mindset and ability to clearly explain technical details
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under time pressure
• IT-enthusiast, ready to adopt modern tools and software (CAD/CAM, CRM, cloud systems)

Core Technical Expertise:

• Technical drawing interpretation – proficiency 5/5
• Tooling & fixture design for machining, assembly, and welding – proficiency 3/5
• Manufacturing processes expertise: laser/waterjet cutting, turning, milling, grinding, EDM, sheet metal fabrication – proficiency 5/5
• Coatings and heat treatment – proficiency 3/5
• Labor intensity and manufacturability assessment – proficiency 5/5
• CAM programming for CNC (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, CypCut) – proficiency 3/5, with readiness for further training

Work Conditions:

• 3 days/week in office
• First 3 months on hybrid shift, then shifting to day shift

#LI-Hybrid

Experience: 12+ years (Senior Level)

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer with deep expertise in Zigbee, Thread, and IEEE 802.15.4 wireless stacks. The candidate will focus on architecting, developing, and optimizing embedded wireless protocol stacks on resource-constrained platforms, ensuring compliance, performance, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement firmware solutions for Zigbee/Thread and IEEE 802.15.4-based products.
• Develop and optimize low-level drivers, MAC/PHY interfaces, and protocol stack layers.
• Debug and resolve wireless interoperability and certification issues using sniffers (Ubiqua, Wireshark, Perytons).
• Collaborate with hardware, QA, and product teams to ensure robust HW/SW co-design and regulatory compliance.
• Debug, analyze, and optimize power consumption and timing for battery-operated IoT devices.
• Support certification and compliance efforts for Zigbee/Thread-based products.
• Document software design, testing procedures, and release notes.

Required Skills & Competencies

• 12+ years of experience in embedded firmware development.
• Strong programming skills in C / Embedded C; assembly or scripting (Python) a plus.
• Expertise in IEEE 802.15.4 MAC/PHY, Zigbee, and Thread protocol stacks.
• Experience with embedded RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or Linux system programming).
• Proficiency in debug tools (JTAG, GDB, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, sniffers).
• Strong knowledge of microcontrollers, transceivers, and RF system design basics.
• Hands-on debugging and optimization for low-power wireless systems.
• Familiarity with IoT frameworks and domains like home automation, security, and energy management.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or related fields.
  • 12+ years of relevant experience in wireless embedded systems.