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.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR – SPACECRAFT STRUCTURAL ASSEMBLY
The production supervisor for Dragon structural assemblies is
responsible for Cargo and Crew Dragon vehicle primary and secondary
structural assembly, sub-assembly, and test for capsules and external
cargo trunks. Critical assembly tasks the group performs include capsule
and trunk precision drilling, mechanisms builds, primary structure
builds, thermal protection integration including heat shield mate, and
final capsule checkouts. This supervisor is responsible for the overall
on-time and zero defect deliveries of Dragon capsule and trunk to the
final integration work areas, and is additionally tasked with
occasionally supporting launch vehicle thermal protection integration at
the Cape.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise shop floor activity, including daily schedules
and workflow. Maintain Smartsheet updates on future tests.
- Resolve Material Review Board issues.
- Lead and manage a staff of ~30 technicians including all performance
management related tasks.
- Review work instructions and make change recommendations
when needed.
- Responsible for assessing & vetting the appropriate skillset needed.
- Identifying training needs and developing training programs.
- Provide required data & reporting to support departmental metrics
and improvement objectives.
- Monitor labor hours and overtime, and implement improvement plans
and time management with staff.
- Accomplishes production results by communicating job expectations;
planning, monitoring, appraising job results.
- Maintains work flow by monitoring steps of the process; setting
processing variables; observing control points and equipment;
monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods.
- Develop and Implement cost reductions processes and efficiency
improvement measures.
- Initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and
between departments.
- Production risk identification and mitigation.
- Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications.
- Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory.
- Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and
continuous improvement.
- Continuously improving process and manpower efficiency, utilization
and productivity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 2 years in a leadership position.
- Minimum of 8 years in final assembly and production, in aviation,
aerospace, or systems with comparable complexity and
high reliability.
- Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles, efficiency
methods required.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- SpaceX experience preferred.
- A&P license preferred.
- 10 years of experience in final assembly and production in a fast
paced aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Experience bringing teams and processes from development to
production desirable.
- Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean
Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis.
- Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with
Engineering and Production.
- Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced
work environment.
- Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding
work efficiency and accuracy.
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min.
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- Must be able to travel for short and extended trips as needed. Up to
5% travel.
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral
and Vandenberg.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations,
including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you
must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S.,
protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or 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
notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.