SpaceX Supervisor at SpaceX overseeing the production of test systems for Starlink satellite hardware validation. Manages a team, production schedules, and collaborates with engineering to ensure quality and safety.
Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the production of test systems used to validate flight hardware for Starlink Satellites (Racks, Harnessing, Fixturing, Custom PCBAs, etc.)
Supervise shop floor activity, including daily/weekly assignments and workflow
Lead and manage a staff of 10+ workers including all performance management related tasks
Take extreme ownership of the operations and build queue across all shifts and days
Collaborate with test engineering partner teams to ensure that communication is high and technical needs and schedules are understood
Contribute to hands-on builds of test equipment as necessary
Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within the team and other departments
Implementation and continual improvement of workflows, processes, standards, inventory and shop layouts
Review work instructions or design updates and make change recommendations when needed
Responsible for assessing and vetting the appropriate skillset needed for test system production
Identify training needs and develop training programs
Monitor labor hours and overtime, implement improvement plans and time management with staff
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
4+ years of assembly and/or production experience
1+ years of supervisor or management experience
Working knowledge of electrical systems and components
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
3+ years of experience in the manufacturing of test systems, mechanical systems, and electrical systems
Experience working with or as part of a panel shop and/or harnessing shop
Experience or working knowledge of UL508A, NFPA 70 (NEC), and NFPA 70E
Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production
Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
