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
Own manufacturing subsystems and equipment from conceptual design through: fabrication, commissioning, and high-volume production ramp
Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements with cross-functional: teams, and drive system-level optimization
Perform failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), reliability modeling, and: stress testing to predict and mitigate potential failures and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
Design and develop production equipment including structures, mechanisms,: robot end effectors, automation systems, and material handling solutions
Uptime Optimization: Monitor and track equipment performance metrics using data analytics; identify bottlenecks and downtime causes, then implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to maximize operational availability
Evaluate and select equipment suppliers and vendors based on reliability,: performance, and business needs; oversee installation, commissioning, and ongoing performance of both internally designed and vendor-supplied equipment
What they're looking for
- Demonstrate extreme ownership of projects through their entire lifecycle: while balancing multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and test teams to develop: products and production processes in parallel
- Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed of execution, efficiency, and scalability
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, materials, or other engineering discipline
