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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Tooling Build Engineering/Manager: $150,000.00 - $190,000.00/per year        

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

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.