Process Planner (Starship Launch Hardware) at SpaceX

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.

PROCESS PLANNER (STARSHIP LAUNCH HARDWARE)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analyze department performance and drive improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and reliability

Provide data and reports on production performance to influence decisions on how to increase productivity

Assist supervisors and welders to coordinate shop and field activity to support project schedules

Demonstrate a high level of flexibility and ability to effectively coordinate team activity with all trades

Develop robust solutions for raw material availability and planning

Utilize internal SpaceX resources and external vendors as needed

Ensure launch assets are physically configured for upgrades and work areas are accessible by coordinating with launch pad and recovery vessel operations teams

Create and implement solutions for safe project site operations per SpaceX EH&S direction

Support project engineering team as needed with other project preparations and shop/field coordination

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of professional experience in a fabrication, production, or manufacturing environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree in a technical or business field

2+ years of experience in manufacturing planning or technical writing within a fabrication, production, or manufacturing environment

Experience of pipe fitting, and principals of welding

Experience in overhead cranes and forklifts

Experience with LEAN and 5S methodologies

Experience with inventory management, shipping/receiving, and material flow

Experience converting engineering instructions and information into content intended for a variety of audiences and ability levels

Experience with data analysis skills with Excel, Python, SQL, and/or other analysis tools

Experience reading technical drawings and schematics

Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse co-workers within the engineering, technician, and leadership teams

Ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required

Ability to lift heavy objects up to 30 lbs. unassisted

Valid driver’s license

Ability to work at elevated heights

Ability to work in extreme environments – heat, cold, rain, fumes, odors, and noise

Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be 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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

Process Planner (Starship Launch Hardware)

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