Operations Engineer (Facilities)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Stock options

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is looking for an Operations Engineer to join their team in Hawthorne, California. This role involves designing and enhancing manufacturing processes, applying technical skills in operations/process improvements, and working on strategic planning. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Benefits include competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $135,000 annually, medical coverage, and options for stock purchase. SpaceX values a diverse workplace and offers numerous perks including paid vacation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in operations/process improvement.
• Familiarity with inventory, production, and capacity planning.
• Excellent written and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal visual standards for department workflow.
• Support department continuous improvement projects.
• Integrate with business to understand workflows.

Skills

Operations/process improvement

Excel

SQL

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

Power BI

JIRA

CAD software

Job description

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 (Facilities)

As a member of the infrastructure engineering team, you will apply your knowledge, experience and creativity to help design, build, and activate some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. The Construction and Infrastructure Engineering team builds the machine that makes the machine, in this case the factory that builds the world’s most advanced rocket, engine and components. Process flow, machine moves, project planning and detailed department level metrics and dashboards all fall under the scope of this role. If you like strategic planning, juggling many different priorities, improving processes, and spending your time in a dynamic work environment, then this team may be for you! This role will report directly to the department head and serve as the resource org-wide.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal visual standards for internal work boards, JIRA queuing, PowerBI dashboards, and department workflow
• Support department continuous improvement projects such as new process rollouts/standardization
• Integrate with all levels of the business to understand current workflows and identify systematic gaps
• Define and develop department-level metrics & associated dashboards that quantify the health of our operations and influence change
• Conduct in-depth analyses through SQL queries and other data analysis methods to dive into problems and identify trends for decision making, following the rules of clear visual indicators and linear flow
• Create reports, tools, and standardized metrics for operational measurements and improvements
• Develop automation that mitigates business risk or creates efficiencies within the SpaceX factory
• Conduct department wide operations audits that streamline the repair and maintenance and construction engineering teams
• Maintenance program enhancement – increase attention on poor-health hardware and descope unnecessary work
• Implement construction management or maintenance tools (software or hardware) to reduce wasted effort by engineers and techs
• Site services analysis to ensure smart spending on contracts such as custodial, utilities, waste, etc. and roadmap to improve
• Build communication tools and reports targeted at factory workcell directors to improve communication and facilitate customer service
• Standardize material library and procurement process to reduce project lead times
• Drive alignment with maintenance and construction teams at other SpaceX sites across the country to reduce duplicated work

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 2+ years of experience in operations/process improvement (internship experience qualifies)
• Experience with Excel, SQL, or Python

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing, supply chain, or production environment
• Proficiency with statistics, data analysis, data visualization, and cost benefit analysis
• Experience with CAD software, ArcGIS, Archibus, Power BI, and JIRA
• Familiarity with inventory, production, and capacity planning (including MRP/ERP systems)
• Experience with lean, six sigma, and other related production principles
• Experience or education in management science and engineering, operations engineering, operations research, or industrial engineering
• Experience as a contributor to multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed, including occasional short-notice domestic travel

Compensation and Benefits

Pay range:

• Operations Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
• Operations Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $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 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‑term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

Eligibility

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green‑card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. §1157, or 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 regulations if needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 applicants with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should contact [e-mail].