Operations Engineer (Starship Electronics Production)

SpaceX develops technologies for space exploration with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
$95,000 - $130,000
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Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1+ year of experience
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Description For Operations Engineer (Starship Electronics Production)

SpaceX, a pioneering space technology company, is seeking an Operations Engineer to join their Starship Electronics Production team. This role is integral to SpaceX's mission of revolutionizing space travel and establishing human presence on Mars.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge space technology while managing and optimizing production processes for Starship's electronics systems. As an Operations Engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring smooth manufacturing operations, developing and implementing efficient production systems, and collaborating with various departments to maintain high-quality standards.

The role combines technical expertise with operational management, requiring skills in both engineering and production optimization. You'll work with state-of-the-art technology and contribute to SpaceX's goal of making humanity multi-planetary. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $95,000 to $130,000, depending on experience and level.

Key aspects of the role include managing demand signals for Starship Electronics products, developing performance metrics, optimizing factory layouts, and implementing high-volume production processes. You'll work with a diverse team of engineers and professionals across multiple disciplines, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering, experience in production engineering or manufacturing, and strong analytical skills. Knowledge of CAD programs, SQL, and Python is highly valued. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about space technology and wants to be part of a team that's literally reaching for the stars.

Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, equity opportunities, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires on-site presence due to the hands-on nature of the work. This is a unique opportunity to join one of the most innovative companies in the space industry and contribute to humanity's next giant leap.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Operations Engineer (Starship Electronics Production)

  • Ensure demand signal accuracy across all Starship Electronics products
  • Develop KPIs and dashboards to measure success within the factory
  • Drive factory layout changes that minimize line down time
  • Ownership of optimized and accurate floor layouts
  • Define new business processes and systems for high volume production
  • Act as subject matter expert in multiple Starship production processes
  • Assist production leadership team to identify trends and opportunities
  • Collaborate across disciplines including Production, Engineering, Test, Inventory, Quality, Software, and Supply Chain

Requirements For Operations Engineer (Starship Electronics Production)

Python
  • Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, software, or other engineering discipline
  • 1+ years of experience in production engineering, manufacturing or industrial project management
  • Must be able to work extended hours, some nights and/or weekends when needed
  • Must be able to travel - up to 5-10% travel may be required
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee (ITAR requirements)

Benefits For Operations Engineer (Starship Electronics Production)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Company stock and stock options
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short & long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • 5 days sick leave per year

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