Starship Build Lead - Aerospace Assembly & Team Leadership

SPACEX

Texas

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

SpaceX in Texas is seeking a Build Supervisor (Starship) to lead a team of fabricators, welders and technicians in building Starship and Super Heavy primary and secondary structures. The role drives day-to-day progress on the shop floor, translating engineering direction into hands-on execution while fostering a productive, safety-conscious culture.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree or 5+ years in final assembly production, plus 2+ years of leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or 5+ years in final assembly production.
2+ years of experience leading a team or project.
Lean manufacturing principles and efficiency methods are preferred.
Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

Supervise shop floor activity, including daily schedules and workflow.
Lead and manage a staff of ~30 technicians including performance management tasks.
Review work instructions and make change recommendations when needed.
Assess and vet appropriate skillsets as needed.
Identify training needs and develop training programs.
Provide data and reporting to support departmental metrics and improvements.
Monitor labor hours and overtime and implement improvement plans.
Plan and appraise results to meet production targets.
Coordinate multi-shift workflows and ensure seamless progression.
Foster cooperation between departments and maintain quality and safety.