Supervisor, Production (Starlink Satellite Production) - 2nd Shift

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.

SUPERVISOR PRODUCTION (STARLINK SATELLITE PRODUCTION) 2ND SHIFT

SpaceX is developing a low latency broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites Starlink provides fast reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. We are looking for organized creative and driven supervisors to spearhead the mass production of our satellites.

As a Starlink Production Supervisor you will manage large teams of technicians and assemblers while collaborating with manufacturing and design engineers and leading the team in achieving fullrate production targets for spacecraft hardware.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and maintain production technicians schedules production processes safety and area standards
• Lead coach and mentor Starlink Technicians; write biannual reviews and manage corrective or disciplinary actions
• Lead efforts to transition product from engineering development to full rate production
• Collaborate with area leadership in order to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
• Drive continuous improvement risk reduction rootcause analysis and investigations in your area
• Establish and analyze area metrics to drive:
• Personnel training and development
• Optimization of product flow through the factory
• Efficiency improvement projects
• Identification and elimination of defects within the area value stream
• Reduction of downtime for product and personnel
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement
• Review drawings and technical data packages for manufacturability while providing constructive feedback to engineering/design community
• Independently perform handson assembly of satellite components and vehicle integration assembly when required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Bachelors degree; or 4 years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production environment
• 1 years of experience leading a team or project

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or a test environment
• 2 years of working handson with safetycritical systems mechanical assemblies or heavy equipment
• 2 years of professional experience leading a team
• Bachelors degree
• Experience rapidly hiring training and stabilizing large production teams
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or equivalent
• Experience with lean manufacturing training lean manufacturing principles and efficiency methods
• Experience in fastpaced production environment with flight quality hardware
• Experience with harnessing electromechanical assembly and prototype development
• Experience monitoring tracking and continually improving total cost equation
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability proficiency including: Kaizen Lean Manufacturing and Failure Mode Effects Analysis
• Ability to read interpret controlled documentation and processes such as: cable harnesses wiring diagrams layout drawings mechanical drawings GD&T assembly procedures/work instructions schematics engineering drawings and parts lists
• Proficient with computers the ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook) shop floor management software (ERP) and related programs
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a highpaced challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Available to work 2nd shift hours:
  • MondayFriday 4:30 PM 2:45 AM
• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Repetitive assembly operations grasping standing lifting bending pulling pushing stooping stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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.

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