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.

LEAD MANUFACTURING ENGINEER – STARSHIP AVIONICS

The Starship Avionics Build team is responsible for all Starbase Avionics production, testing, and new hardware development. The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for leading a team of engineers focused on increasing production line automation, challenging design requirements, managing build specifications, and increasing our testing capabilities and capacity. This role will play a major part in the development of a rapidly reusable, reliable rocket.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strong technical leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
• Manage projects, and delegate responsibilities effectively to complete work on time
• Determine team goals to effectively implement testing solutions
• Develop and enforce processes to standardize test system deliverable expectations
• Develop highly reliable autonomous test and production systems
• Own all aspects of test and build development, including requirements evaluation, system development, sub system testing, and factory integration
• Collaborate with teams; lead projects, and continuously drive improvement in hardware testing
• Collaborate directly with the design and production teams to validate process improvements
• Actively maintain projects that support rapid design iteration of production processes
• Develop test infrastructure that enables scaling to large numbers of devices under test
• Debug nuanced harnessing and mechanical hardware failures to ensure high quality hardware leaving the production factory

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, manufacturing or other engineering discipline
• 2+ years of professional experience in testing or hardware development

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience leading a team of diverse individuals
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Software, mechanical, and electrical design experience
• Knowledge of electrical systems
• Experience taking a creative approach to problem solving with exceptional analytical and engineering fundamental skills
• Experience developing, debugging, and deploying electrical test systems that have been used in real world applications/projects
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay range:Manufacturing Engineer/Lead: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/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 & 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave 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.

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