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SpaceX · 11 hours ago

Supervisor, Quality Assurance (Falcon)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$105K/yr - $135K/yr

4+ years exp

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. The Supervisor, Quality Assurance (Falcon) will lead a team of quality inspectors, ensuring accountability and performance while overseeing quality assurance activities in a dynamic environment.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead a team of quality inspector staff and drive accountability for team performance

Supervise completion of Falcon Quality Assurance activities using SpaceX processes and systems in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment

Implement training and certifications, as needed, to maintain a highly skilled, flexible, and capable workforce

Lead RCCA process; perform root cause analysis and product containment, and recommend/support the implementation of corrective actions that are necessary to reduce or eliminate recurring non-conformances

Oversee the critical characteristic control within the production process, including the establishment of necessary equipment/layout requirements

Qualification

Quality AssuranceQuality Management SystemsLeadershipTechnical Inspection MethodsStatistical Process ControlLean ManufacturingASQ CertificationsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of experience in aerospace, military, manufacturing, production, or testing environment

1+ years of experience leading a team or project

Must be willing to work 1st shift: Monday – Friday 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted

Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed – up to 10%

Must be able to distinguish colors

Preferred

2+ years of experience in quality assurance

Technical understanding of in-process, final inspection, and visual inspection methods using borescopes

Ability to navigate challenging situations, using technical knowledge and quality principles to understand the current state and determine the constructive path forward

Ability to succinctly communicate status and needed action, often urgently, to all levels of the organization

Leadership experience with guiding teams, creating and refining improvement ideas, communicating the benefits to influence stakeholders, and executing actions to deliver results aligned to SpaceX's Quality Policy

Previous leadership experience in a technical field with 6+ direct reports

Practical experience with Quality Management Systems standards (AS9100 and ISO 9001) and Lean Manufacturing. ASQ Certifications

Experience with applying PFMEA / FMECA methods and statistical process control

Excellent management skills and technical knowledge to provide hands-on supervision

Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production

Experience with Positive Material Identification

Knowledge of structures production methods such as safety cable, fastener installation, torque methods, hole, and chamfer verification

ASQ Certifications (CQM and/or CQE)

Strong computer and analytical skills including proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, shop floor management software (ERP/MRP), and related technical programs

Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis

Comfortable working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment with flight-quality hardware

Excellent written and verbal communication skills