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STARLINK PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR (SPACE LASERS) - 1ST SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and maintain production technicians' schedules, production processes, safety, and area standards
• Lead, coach, and mentor Starlink technicians, including bi-annual reviews and managing corrective or disciplinary actions
• Drive continuous improvement, risk reduction, root-cause analysis, and investigations in your area
• Collaborate with area leadership in order to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Establish and analyze area metrics as it pertains to personnel development:
  • Development and implementation of efficiency improvement projects
  • Optimization of product flow through the factory
  • Identification and elimination of defects within the area value stream
  • Reduction of downtime for product and personnel
• Review and provide constructive feedback concerning manufacturability
• Independently perform hands-on assembly of satellite components and vehicle integration assembly when required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing/testing environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in a leadership position
• Track record of success delivering on challenging production goals in an unstable environment
• Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving total cost equation
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret controlled documentation and processes such as: cable harnesses, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, GD&T, assembly procedures, work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists
• Harness, electro-mechanical assembly and prototype development experience
• Experience preferred in fast-paced production environment with flight quality hardware
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast-paced work environment
• Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP) and related programs

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Supervisor, Production: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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.