Manager, Tooling Build Engineering and Operations at SpaceX
Brownsville, TX, 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.
MANAGER, TOOLING BUILD ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS (STARSHIP)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ultimately responsible for the delivery and activation of production tooling
Hire, develop, and lead a team of production operations engineers, build engineers, and tooling production groups to execute and deliver tooling solutions for Starship and Super Heavy Booster
Coach and steer the tooling production and engineering teams, as well as others supporting the fabrication, precision assembly, and activation of critical factory tooling to think strategically about work practices and methods to optimize time and quality
Develop and implement sustainable business processes needed for the successful completion of the projects assigned to the groups that fall within the organization
Identify opportunities where continuous improvement can be made to the current work practices and ethos and ensure all processes are documented correctly and consistently followed
Manage development performance of all direct reports, ensuring all agreed objectives are achieved and every shift has the right skills available and are properly balanced across the shifts
Manage via key performance indicators and annual operating plan
Source, retain, and advise new and experienced vendors from a technical perspective
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, or other technical discipline
3+ years of hands-on experience in a tooling or aerospace fabrication production shop
3+ years of experience in a leadership position
2+ years of experience with technical project management or manufacturing design
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Proven track record of guiding a team of highly skilled technicians through complex projects in hazardous environments while managing risks to the health & safety of those individuals
Proven track record of developing a team of specialized mechanical/manufacturing engineers to project manage, source, plan, and activate custom assemblies and systems
Tooling manufacturing experience within the aerospace, automotive, or other large format fabrication industries
Familiarity with managing a team with diverse expertise in a demanding environment
Significant exposure to a wide variety of fabrication, assembly, and integration methodologies and quality standards
Ability to bring multiple departments with different priorities together and steer them to a common goal
High computer literacy: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Proficiency in supplier management, including outsourcing initiatives, supplier audits, and defect resolution
Experience working with production lean principles
Thorough understanding of SpaceX business systems
Strong communication and technical skills
Detail oriented, organized, and demonstrate a high sense of urgency
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
Ability to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum
Comfortable with climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be available for all required shift hours, including extended hours and weekends as needed
Flexibility to travel to alternative SpaceX production sites and vendors, up to 20%
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
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.
