SpaceX · 7 hours ago
Production Project Engineer (Starlink)
Bastrop, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for human life on Mars, and they are seeking a Production Project Engineer for their Starlink project. This role involves leading engineering teams to design and execute infrastructure projects at the Starlink production facility, ensuring effective construction management and project execution.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead a project team of engineers, consultants, and contractors throughout the engineering, procurement, and construction process
Manage the design, development, and issuance of drawings, documentation, and reports for manufacturing line projects
Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines from conceptual design through close out and activation
Accountable for accurate budgeting and cost forecasting
Work as part of a team to develop and manage production strategies to mitigate future production risks and seize emerging opportunities to improve quality, output, safety, and cost
Define new business processes and systems for high volume production, including manufacturing execution, inventory management, nonconformance resolution, configuration management, material traceability, process control, and maintenance
Coordinate and schedule work with internal SpaceX teams and external general/sub-contractors
Assist production/engineering leadership team to identify trends, opportunities, and best practices for optimizing product output, quality enhancements, and cost of manufacturability by spending time on the production floor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, electrical, or other engineering discipline
1+ years of experience in production engineering, manufacturing, or industrial project management
Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
This role is based in Bastrop, TX and will require you to be onsite. Remote or Hybrid work will not be considered
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
Preferred
Direct field experience with day to day management on a construction site
Experience in conceptual design and budgeting
Experience with general mechanical, fluids, and heavy hydronics construction
Experience in managing the engineering, procurement, and construction process for manufacturing type projects
Experience creating and implementing process/design solutions with minimal impact to business operations
High volume production experience (electronics, automotive or similar)
Competency with CAD programs (AutoCAD, Revit, Siemens NX, BIM/Navisworks or similar)
Experience supporting production start-up and production ramp periods
Ability to identify customer needs, gather requirements, and execute independently
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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