Operations Engineer (Fluids)

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.

OPERATIONS ENGINEER (FLUIDS)

The operations engineering role will support the Falcon Precision Tube Fabrication Shop through strategic planning, optimization of production processes, and alignment of resources to tasks. We are looking for engineers to lead cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams with the goal of optimizing a high rate, high mix production resource in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking emerging leaders who can join teams and apply principles of operations engineering, operations research, industrial engineering, and data science to complex operational problems. We are searching for qualified engineers who can conduct complex problem analysis, and steer strategic decisions within production. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop tools to analyze delivery, capacity, and cost problems, informing decisions for production, supply chain, and operations
• Work as part of a team to develop and manage production strategy to mitigate future production risks and seize emerging opportunities to improve safety, quality, output, and cost
• Define and develop department-level metrics that quantify the health of our operation, and influence change to positively impact production deliveries
• Produce data visualizations using both Grafana and PowerBI software tools. Produce complex ad-hoc queries and reports to steer the production organization
• Develop process flow models to analyze production system behavior and provide solutions to production risks and bottlenecks
• Identify operational challenges within the organization, determine root cause, and implement appropriate solutions to achieving aggressive rate targets
• Develop and track key performance measures, and identify decision points and actions to optimize production to meet demand
• Actively develop system and process improvements within and between production elements
• Collaborate with cross-departmental partners in supply chain, engineering, operations, and planning groups to synchronize efforts

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of experience in using Excel, SQL, or Python/R for analysis or modeling dynamic systems
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, or consulting role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• On-the-floor manufacturing experience breaking bottlenecks and improving production flow
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, or consulting role
• Familiarity with and practice applying lean manufacturing methodologies
• Experience with scheduling, prioritization, and material planning in a manufacturing environment
• SQL proficiency (i.e. advanced joins, views/table distinctions, and basic query optimizations)
• Proficient in at least one analytics language (ex. Python)
• Understanding of database structures, query optimizations, and ETL development
• Start-up, consulting, or other demonstrated experience in high-growth, fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Strong project management and self-directed prioritization skills
• Exceptional ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences at all organizational levels
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships across disciplines and with multiple levels of management
• Experience performing data analysis on manufacturing systems (e.g. Manufacturing Execution Systems, Enterprise Resource Planning)
• Master’s degree in engineering, operations management, computer science, management information systems, statistics, mathematics, or similar technical discipline

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Must be willing to travel up to 5-10%
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Operations Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Operations Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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 export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be 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.