Manager Production Falcon 9
Manager Production Falcon 9
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.
MANAGER PRODUCTION (FALCON 9
As a Production Manager for the Falcon 9 you will lead a team of skilled technicians and supervisors focused on building and integrating components of the vehicle. You will ensure the team is consistently performing with the highest levels of quality and rate at the lowest possible cost. You will be involved in all aspects of Production including strategic rate planning facilities upgrades capital projects staffing and leadership development to ensure your teams success and growth. Additionally you will work closely with engineering teams to continuously improve area capability and design for manufacturability.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage a staff of 4 supervisors and 40 employees across a 2shift operation toward goals aligned to company targets for utilization process improvement quality safety delivery and cost reduction
- Ensure a strong focus is placed on safety and achieve excellent safety performance with the team
- Leverage quality metrics to continually improve the output of the team; play a leading role in ensuring root cause for quality issues are identified and appropriate improvement actions are put in place
- Review work instructions and drive change recommendations to improve processes
- Achieve cost targets by improving labor efficiency and driving design for manufacturability improvements
- Coordinate and encourage an environment of continuous improvement for all assigned products and processes
- Think creatively; question the status quo while following documentation and maintaining prescribed quality standards
- Support overall organization in the strategic planning of labor power equipment and other resources
- Identify opportunities for training improvements and coordinate with technical training team to develop new hire and advanced skill training programs
- Develop initiate and enforce system policies and procedures in a fair and equitable manner
- Identify plan and execute capital equipment machine and layout upgrades to meet volume production demand
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree or 4 years of experience working in an aerospace automotive aviation nuclear or other manufacturing environment
- 2 years of experience in a leadership role with direct reports
- 1 year of experience within operations
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in guiding teams through production stabilization and maturation
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization including production technicians engineering and the executive level
- Strong technical understanding and practical knowledge of manufacturing process systems integration and hardware requirements
- Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
- Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
- Highly motivated and teamoriented leader with strong communication skills and ability to work with crossfunctional teams within the organization
- Experience monitoring tracking and continually improving total cost equation
- Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles efficiency methods
- Demonstrated record of highperformance (rated 4/4 or above in previous review cycles)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed; up to 5
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Manager/Production: $130000.00 $180000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations: jobrelated knowledge and skills education and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- 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.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
