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SpaceX · 20 hours ago

Starlink Business Operations Manager

Bastrop, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is seeking a Starlink Business Operations Manager. This role focuses on profit improvement through data analytics and strategic business planning, supporting leadership in decision-making and cross-functional initiatives.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Analyze key performance indicators, especially cost per unit, revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses and capital expenditures (includes developing business models and decision-making tools)

Provide strategic insights and conclusions based on this analysis

Guide planning and resource management (e.g., headcount, investment, etc.) for specific verticals within SpaceX, including development of business models

Identify initiatives for improvement of SpaceX’s business outlook, including developing, tracking, and executing business initiatives with SpaceX’s leadership

Work with stakeholders to analyze the impact of proposed business decisions (including actual performance) on SpaceX’s business health

Manage investments/planning for Supply Chain, Sales, Manufacturing, and Engineering (e.g. return on investment analyses for new technology development, resource planning, marketing, etc.)

Track, report, and proactively manage profit improvement (e.g. design proposals, supply chain initiatives, sales and marketing efforts) on existing products

Support product development by establishing cost targets and guiding Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing decisions towards attainment of these targets (i.e. cost vs. performance tradeoffs)

Evaluate major CapEx decisions, expansion plans, and business cases on automation, manufacturing scope, insource vs. outsource choices, and location

Lead manufacturing cost and sales revenue improvement for all products, including feedback on estimated manufacturing costs and revenue potential for future programs, identification of focus areas for cost and revenue improvement, and execution of identified initiatives

Drive cost and revenue optimization in product development for existing and future products with a focus on establishment and attainment of cost and revenue targets

Qualification

Data analyticsBusiness planningExcelPythonSQLTableauPower BIAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or economics

4+ years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, product management, operations, FP&A, consulting, banking, or entrepreneurship

Preferred

4+ years of experience in Excel or programming

Evidence of exceptional ability, especially within an ambiguous environment

Ability to read and interpret income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements

Demonstrated success driving tangible impact/influencing within a broader organization

Excellent analytical skills (e.g. Python, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Power Query, Microsoft Office applications, Excel modeling, or similar data manipulation tools etc.)

Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly with senior business leaders

Extreme sense of urgency and ownership

Bias toward action and automation

Strong interpersonal skills (examples: leading a student organization or working successfully in teams)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Ability to work cross-functionally with different groups and teams

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements

Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively