Lead, Machining & Fabrication Operations

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a Supervisor of Machining & Fabrication (Starlink) in Bastrop, TX, to lead a diverse team of technicians and automation specialists. You will fabricate, build, and deploy Starlink factory equipment, working cross-functionally with engineering leaders to drive milestones.

You will mentor staff, manage tooling and parts, and coordinate with operations to meet program goals. This role requires hands-on leadership, safety focus, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, expanding

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in machining, manufacturing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a group of technicians and specialists that fabricate, build, integrate, and deploy Starlink factory equipment and tooling
• Collaborate with the broader development operations and automation teams to achieve factory infrastructure deployment targets and milestones
• Manage tooling/testing equipment and infrastructure required to support engineering, automation, and product development projects
• Manage the parts inventory used to build standard factory assets, set targets for the team, and drive continuous improvement
• Provide mentorship to technicians/specialists and assist with design decisions, project strategies, and technical problems
• Provide technical support and feedback to engineering groups on tooling, fabrication, testing, and maintenance
• Ensure technicians and specialists on the team have the training, tools, and materials needed to carry out their duties – including creating and giving safety trainings to all members of the team
• Identify and execute on projects that improve overall program success and progress
• Take input from partner teams to align team priorities with broader program priorities
• Improve factory safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement
• Enforce area standards and rules (including bi‑annual reviews, disciplinary action, and time management)
• Report on project status and critical path items to management and key stakeholders for alignment
• Provide surge support and leadership as needed by traveling to other SpaceX sites to deploy factory assets

Skills

Machining knowledge

CNC programming

Welding techniques

Electrical theory

Pneumatics

Electrical schematics

Team leadership

Project coordination

Cross-functional collab

Safety training

Quality inspection

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Smartsheet

Job description

SpaceX seeks a Supervisor of Machining & Fabrication (Starlink) in Bastrop, TX, to lead a diverse team of technicians and automation specialists. You will fabricate, build, and deploy Starlink factory equipment, working cross-functionally with engineering leaders to drive milestones.

You will mentor staff, manage tooling and parts, and coordinate with operations to meet program goals. This role requires hands-on leadership, safety focus, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, expanding