SpaceX · 14 hours ago
Supervisor, Test Operations (Starlink)
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $135K/yr
3+ years expSpaceX is a pioneering company focused on developing technologies for human life on Mars. They are seeking a Supervisor for Test Operations to oversee shop floor activities, manage staff, and improve production efficiency for the Starlink project.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Supervise shop floor activity, including daily/weekly assignments and workflow
Lead and manage a staff of 10+ workers including all performance management related tasks
Take extreme ownership of the operations and build queue across all shifts and days
Contribute to production builds
Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between shifts and other departments
Develop and personally implement efficiency improvement measures to production machine
Review work instructions or design updates and make change recommendations when needed
Responsible for assessing and vetting the appropriate skillset needed for test system production
Identify training needs and develop training programs
Monitor labor hours and overtime, implement improvement plans and time management with staff
Accomplish production results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising job results
Perform 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 improve process and manpower efficiency, utilization and productivity
Coach and support professional development of direct reports
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of assembly and/or production experience
1+ years of supervisor or management experience
Working knowledge of electrical systems and components
Must be open to work all shifts, extended hours and/or weekends as needed. This role will be covering 1st shift (typical start time is 6:30AM)
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted
Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
3+ years of experience in the manufacturing of test systems, mechanical systems, and electrical systems
Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
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
Safety training and/or safety certifications
Lean manufacturing training and experience
Experience or working knowledge of UL508A, NFPA 70 (NEC), and NFPA 70E
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law
Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday
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
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CFO
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