Supervisor, Production (Starlink Satellite Production) - 2nd Shift

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company seeks a Supervisor for Starlink Satellite Production. The role involves managing teams, ensuring production targets, and driving quality improvements. Ideal candidates will have a background in manufacturing and experience in team leadership.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Company stock options

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience leading a team or project.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or test environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production schedules and standards.
• Lead and mentor production technicians.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency projects.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Continuous Improvement

Safety Standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Shop floor management software

Job description

Supervisor, Production (Starlink Satellite Production) - 2nd Shift

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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.

SUPERVISOR, PRODUCTION (STARLINK SATELLITE PRODUCTION) – 2ND SHIFT

SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink provides fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. We are looking for organized, creative, and driven supervisors to spearhead the mass production of our satellites.

As a Starlink Production Supervisor, you will manage large teams of technicians and assemblers while collaborating with manufacturing and design engineers and leading the team in achieving full-rate production targets for spacecraft hardware.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain production technicians’ schedules, production processes, safety, and area standards
• Lead, coach, and mentor Starlink Technicians; write bi-annual reviews, and manage corrective or disciplinary actions
• Lead efforts to transition product from engineering development to full rate production
• Collaborate with area leadership in order to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
• Drive continuous improvement, risk reduction, root-cause analysis, and investigations in your area
• Establish and analyze area metrics to drive:
• Personnel training and development
• Optimization of product flow through the factory
• Efficiency improvement projects
• Identification and elimination of defects within the area value stream
• Reduction of downtime for product and personnel
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement
• Review drawings and technical data packages for manufacturability while providing constructive feedback to engineering/design community
• Independently perform hands-on assembly of satellite components and vehicle integration assembly when required
  

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Bachelor’s degree; or 4+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production environment
• 1+ years of experience leading a team or project
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or a test environment
• 2+ years of working hands-on with safety-critical systems, mechanical assemblies or heavy equipment
• 2+ years of professional experience leading a team
• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience rapidly hiring, training, and stabilizing large production teams
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or equivalent
• Experience with lean manufacturing training, lean manufacturing principles, and efficiency methods
• Experience in fast-paced production environment with flight quality hardware
• Experience with harnessing, electro-mechanical assembly, and prototype development
• Experience monitoring, tracking, and continually improving total cost equation
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability proficiency including: Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis
• Ability to read, interpret controlled documentation, and processes such as: cable harnesses, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, GD&T, assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists
• Proficient with computers, the ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Available to work 2nd shift hours:
• Monday-Friday 4:30 PM - 2:45 AM
• Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
  

Compensation And Benefits

Pay range:

Supervisor, Production: $105,000.00 - $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 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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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