Operations Engineer (Raptor)

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm at the forefront of space technology is seeking an Operations Engineer to join their Raptor team. This role involves designing factory layouts, leading complex projects, and implementing process improvements to enhance production efficiency. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hands-on environment, working directly with hardware and collaborating across teams. With a commitment to pushing the boundaries of human exploration, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in aerospace engineering. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in the field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Various discounts and perks

Potential discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience with process engineering and project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design factory layouts for optimal production flow.
• Lead projects to improve production efficiency.
• Analyze delivery and capacity issues to guide decisions.

Skills

Process engineering

Project management

Capacity modeling

Process mapping

Inventory planning

Production planning

Excel

SQL

Python/R

Lean principles

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Excel

SQL

Python

Job description

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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 (RAPTOR)

As a Raptor engineer at SpaceX you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop hardware at the cutting edge of space technology. You will build the engines that will ultimately extend humanity’s reach beyond the earth and moon. The Raptor Operations Engineering team builds the machine that makes the machine, in this case the factory that builds the world’s most advanced rocket engine. Factory build and expansion, process flow, machine moves, and project planning all fall under the scope of this team. Ops engineers have an eye for detail and simplicity and make that become reality on the factory floor. If you like strategic planning, juggling many different priorities, improving part flow, and spending most of your time away from your desk, a role on the operations engineering team may be for you!

Responsibilities

• Design and own factory and production area layouts following the rules of clear visual indicators and linear flow
• Conduct job walks with vendors, negotiate prices and hold vendors to schedule
• Host process walks of production lines, and ask questions to determine what process steps can be deleted or simplified and help kick off the changes
• Execute on complex projects in the minimum amount of time and expense to the business
• Get hands-on, lead by example to gets projects completed rapidly
• Actively develop system and process improvements between production teams
• Develop tools to analyze delivery, capacity, cost problems for production to guide decisions
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of professional or internship experience in a manufacturing environment
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Process engineering experience including project management, capacity modeling, process mapping, and layouts
• Experience with inventory, production, and capacity planning (including MRP/ERP systems)
• Experience as an industrial, operations, process or manufacturing engineer in a developmental manufacturing environment
• Experience with industrial facilities: HVAC, gases, electrical, structural/foundations, etc.
• 1+ years of experience in using Excel, SQL, or Python/R for analysis or modeling dynamic systems
• Experience with lean, six sigma, and related production principles
• Ability to work well across teams and skill sets to find the simplest and best solution
• Experience as a contributor to multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
  
  

Additional Requirements

• This is a hands-on position that will require standing for long durations of your day and working directly with hardware on the floor
• Must be comfortable stooping, bending, and standing
• Position may require occasional travel, long hours or weekend work
  
  

Pay Range

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

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

Operations Engineer /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 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.

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 reach out to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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