SpaceX · 18 hours ago
Production Supervisor (Spacecraft Propulsion) - 2nd Shift
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $135K/yr
4+ years expSpaceX is actively developing the technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Production Supervisor (Spacecraft Propulsion) is responsible for leading a crew of technicians in the assembly, testing, and re-work of complex rocket propulsion components and systems, ensuring maximum reliability in extreme environments.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead a team of 15+ technicians and 1 lead technician for the assembly of over 80 different valves
Foster a culture of collaboration and inclusivity within the team and with peer teams
Promote team safety, product reliability, and technician efficiency and utilization
Set assignments and meet tight production schedules to achieve high-rate production, while adapting to changing priorities in a fast-moving environment
Provide coaching and training to direct reports, including personnel qualifications, career development, and performance management
Supervise and train technicians on building and testing valves, regulators, and actuators
Ensure employees have the tools and materials needed to carry out their daily tasks
Manage area metrics; facilitate team meetings, and communicate status/risks to leadership
Maintain an audit ready cleanroom and champion safety and efficiency improvements on the shop floor
Actively engage and collaborate with partner teams (engineering, supply chain, quality control, production control, and internal customers) to improve safety, reliability, and rate
Oversee internal calibration requirements
Assist with the development of production processes to improve first pass yield and flight reliability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production environment
1+ years of experience leading a team or project
Must be able to support the following shift: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM
Must be open to work overtime and weekends as needed to support critical milestones
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted
Preferred
Highly organized, collaborative, and able to pivot quickly in an ever-changing production environment
Excellent accountability and high attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication
Experience with people management or large project management
Experience operating high-pressure (>1000psi) gases and test carts for pneumatic testing
Experience with actuators and plumbing (hydraulic and pneumatic) – both set up and operation of these systems
Experience with cryogenic pressure systems (gaseous and liquid)
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
Recent News
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