Manager, Production (Falcon 9)

MANAGER, PRODUCTION (FALCON 9)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a staff of 4+ supervisors and 40+ employees across a 2-shift operation toward goals aligned to company targets for utilization, process improvement, quality, safety, delivery and cost reduction
• Ensure a strong focus is placed on safety, and achieve excellent safety performance with the team
• Leverage quality metrics to continually improve the output of the team; play a leading role in ensuring root cause for quality issues are identified and appropriate improvement actions are put in place
• Review work instructions and drive change recommendations to improve processes
• Achieve cost targets by improving labor efficiency and driving design for manufacturability improvements
• Coordinate and encourage an environment of continuous improvement for all assigned products and processes
• Think creatively; question the status quo, while following documentation and maintaining prescribed quality standards
• Support overall organization in the strategic planning of labor power, equipment, and other resources
• Identify opportunities for training improvements, and coordinate with technical training team to develop new hire and advanced skill training programs
• Develop, initiate, and enforce system policies and procedures in a fair and equitable manner
• Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet volume production demand

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of experience working in an aerospace, automotive, aviation, nuclear, or other manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership role with direct reports
• 1+ year of experience within operations

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in guiding teams through production stabilization and maturation
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization, including production technicians, engineering, and the executive level
• Strong technical understanding and practical knowledge of manufacturing process, systems integration, and hardware requirements
• Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
• Highly motivated and team-oriented leader with strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams within the organization
• Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving total cost equation
• Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles, efficiency methods
• Demonstrated record of high-performance (rated 4/4 or above in previous review cycles)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed; up to 5%
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Manager/Production: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.