The opportunity
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.
What you'll do
Lead a team of engineers and specialists in defining processes, shaping: build, test, and shipping infrastructure, and designing fixtures/tools/production aids to produce satellites and satellite subassemblies.
Support day-to-day execution of hardware production and vehicle integration.
Ensure that satellite manufacturing is safe, secure, reliable, on time, cost: effective and efficient and produces satellites that perform properly on orbit.
Challenge design requirements, delete unnecessary process steps, simplify and: optimize production, accelerate build rates, and increase production line automation as appropriate.
Implement continuous improvements to upgrade current production controls,: employ new ones as needed, and minimize the probability of errors.
Maintain a working knowledge of each system on the satellite including the: design, schematics, operations, manufacturing, testing, and flight.
What they're looking for
- Increase program manufacturing and testing capabilities and capacity.
- Evaluate non-conformances, and identifying patterns of issues to determine: root cause and create actionable items and system improvements.
- Identify opportunities for team growth and propose/develop training to: increase the effectiveness of the engineering team with respect to company strategy.
- Set clear/achievable goals and hold team members accountable for execution: and continuous improvement in their area of ownership.
