Recovery Operations Scheduler at SpaceX
Cape Canaveral, FL, United States
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.
RECOVERY OPERATIONS SCHEDULER
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide tactical and strategic long-range scheduling expertise to our recovery operations teams
Coordinate and review input from engineering, manufacturing and suppliers to support and maintain master schedules for vessels using Microsoft Office or applicable software as required
Work across all departments to understand critical work requests ahead and behind targets to mitigate schedule impact risks
Utilize our Factory Scheduler application and other applicable tools to ensure work is scheduled and prioritized accurately and efficiently, and resources allocated appropriately
Prepare daily work schedules, track work progress, update and communicate project critical path schedules, and advise leadership of needed adjustments to daily work activities
Ensure tooling and test equipment requirements are properly scheduled to facilitate an efficient production process
Support accuracy of internal logistics movement of critical work
Push/pull work into the recovery operations process to improve lead times, reduce stagnation, and meet schedule needs
Utilize production, operations planning, and engineering support to eliminate internal and external blockers to deliver product on time
Remain abreast and knowledgeable regarding applicable facilities and manpower
Identify and support improvement opportunities for product yield, quality, safety, cost and team efficiency
Develop and support efforts to streamline assigned products and automate production processes as applicable
Organize and communicate the daily priorities to production coordinators, team leads and supervisors as required
Provide daily visibility, weekly status, and monthly reviews on schedule performance
Create and leverage metrics to highlight part or labor shortages and determine schedule risks
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
2+ years of practical experience with ERP/MRP systems in a production environment
Experience writing queries with SQL
Strong computer and data analytical skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, and other visualization tools
Strong organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills including public speaking.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be available for all shifts, extended hours, and/or weekends as needed
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to work outdoors and in maritime environments
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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.
