Starshield Development Supervisor - Satellite Assembly

InvestedintheMission; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock options

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Supervisor, Development (Starshield) in Hawthorne, CA. The role leads Technicians and Specialists on satellite production and collaborates with engineers to plan integration and test operations.

You will mentor a diverse team, ensure work instructions are followed, manage timekeeping, and uphold safety and regulatory standards in a high‑demand environment. Onsite work and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ years of experience leading teams, projects, or people.
• 2+ years of experience in the aerospace, aviation, marine, or automotive field in a technical, hands-on capacity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor Technicians and Specialists on satellite production.
• Plan, schedule, and assign work and team leads; assess completed work.
• Maintain manufacturing lines, mechanical GSE, and HASS chambers; execute preventative maintenance.

Skills

Team leadership

Spacecraft integration

Component test

Problem solving

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associate degree (technical)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Supervisor, Development (Starshield) in Hawthorne, CA. The role leads Technicians and Specialists on satellite production and collaborates with engineers to plan integration and test operations.

You will mentor a diverse team, ensure work instructions are followed, manage timekeeping, and uphold safety and regulatory standards in a high‑demand environment. Onsite work and travel may be required.