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 of enabling human life on Mars.

OPERATIONS ENGINEER (SPACEX LOGISTICS)

The SpaceX Logistics team is seeking a dynamic, high-energy individual to enhance business network visibility and drive continuous improvement initiatives across cross-functional systems. In this role, you will support strategic process development by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to identify, design, and implement scalable logistics processes and systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify operational challenges within the organization, lead problem formulation, determine root cause, and develop creative and effective solutions
• Develop, standardize and continuously improve logistics key process indicators and internal, customer-facing metrics
• Develop strategies and lead cross-functional teams to enable scaling business models
• Identify, monitor, and communicate trends to broader logistics, supply chain, and financial stakeholders
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and software solutions that can optimize logistics operations
• This may involve implementing carrier integration API/ EDI and or integrating software TMS / WMS to optimize visibility, booking and traceability of product flow
• Lead the implementation of new processes and technologies, ensuring that all team members are properly trained. Monitor performance of systems and continuous process improvements
• Collaborate with ASW, Logistics, Finance, and relevant stakeholders to refine routing paradigms and performance criteria, including standardization of KPI dashboards
• Plan and implement logistics and supply chain optimization and continuous improvement projects
• Work with broader application software teams to support logistics and supply chain tool development
• Manage projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to and influencing stakeholders
• Create reports and maintain regular reporting cadence with logistics team and network providers
• Identify potential risks associated with the logistics operations and develop mitigation strategies, including assessing supply chain vulnerabilities and developing contingency plans

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or mathematics/physics
• 2+ years of professional experience in manufacturing or industrial project management, or 1+ years of experience in using SQL and Python/R for analysis or modeling dynamic systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency with statistics, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis, and visualization
• Experience with Power BI and discrete event modeling tools
• Experience with logistics, production, and capacity planning systems
• Experience with global logistics concepts, nomenclature, and inherent distribution systems
• Experience with lean, six sigma, and related production principles
• Experience as a contributor to multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high stress environments
• Excellent written and communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed to meet major milestones 
• Must be willing to travel up to 10%
• This position is based in Redmond, WA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:                        

Pay range:       

Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year        

Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year      

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related 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 long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term 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 long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. 

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 SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.