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SUPERVISOR, LAUNCH PAD TECHNICIANS (STARSHIP) – 3RD SHIFT

The Tower Build Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of fabricators, welders, and technicians building the primary and secondary structures/mechanisms for the Starship Launch Towers. As one of the most influential person on-site, you will drive progress on an hour-by-hour and day-by-day basis, ensuring that every aspect of our ambitious mission is executed with precision and passion. In this role, you will work directly with our engineering team and turn it into reality by building, retaining, and managing your team effectively. You’ll distribute labor resources, prioritize critical components of the build, and set headcount requirements where necessary. Your leadership will not only enhance workflow but also inspire a culture that values productivity, creativity, and camaraderie. As a key enabler to a productive, fun, and hard-working environment, it is crucial that you embody the spirit of innovation. You will work side by side with your build team, igniting their enthusiasm and commitment to excellence. Together, you will tackle challenges and celebrate victories, all while contributing to a mission that is nothing short of extraordinary. If you're ready to be at the forefront of aerospace engineering and lead a team that is redefining the future of space travel, we want to hear from you! Join us in building the extraordinary!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise shop floor activity, including daily schedules and workflow
• Lead and manage a fabrication and integration staff including all performance management related tasks
• Review work instructions and make change recommendations when needed with the goal of simplifying manufacturing and increasing build rate
• Assess and vet the appropriate skillset needed
• Identify training needs, and develop training programs
• Provide required data and reporting to support departmental metrics and improvement objectives
• Monitor labor hours and overtime, and implement improvement plans and time management with staff
• Accomplish production results by communicating job expectations; plan, monitor, and appraise job results
• Effectively organize, assign and track work/deliverables for the team, ensuring seamless progression through multi-shift work schedules
• Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory
• Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement
• Continuously improve processes and employee efficiency, utilization, and productivity

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years in a leadership position
• 4+ years in assembly and production, in aviation, aerospace, or systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
• A&P license
• 10 years of experience in final assembly and production in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment
• Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production desirable
• Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles, efficiency methods
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and failure mode effects analysis
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with Engineering and Production
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
• Excellent attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Flight hardware is typically built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Must be willing to work night shift (6 PM – 6 AM)
• Physical effort including sitting or standing for extended periods of time and lifting and carrying weight such as materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)
• Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be able to work in an environment that is occasionally exposed to extreme outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain)
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends, which varies depending on site operational needs
• Must be able to travel for short and extended trips as needed, up to 15%

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:      

Pay range:      

Supervisor: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/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 and 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.

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.