SpaceX Business Operations Manager at SpaceX focuses on cost improvement and unit economics for hardware programs. The role involves analyzing KPIs and guiding cross-functional decisions to meet cost targets.
Responsibilities
Own Cost Improvement and unit economics for specific SpaceX hardware programs, including establishing and tracking should-cost and cost targets against plan
Analyze key performance indicators, especially cost per unit, revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and capital expenditures; includes developing complex cost models and decision-making tools
Establish cost targets and guide Supply Chain, Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing decisions toward attainment of these targets (i.e., cost vs. performance tradeoffs)
Track, report, and proactively manage profit improvement (e.g., design proposals, supply chain initiatives, manufacturing process changes) on existing and future products
Drive cost optimization in product development for existing and future products with a focus on establishment and attainment of cost and revenue targets
Evaluate major CapEx decisions, expansion plans, and business cases on automation, manufacturing scope, insource vs. outsource choices, and location
Identify initiatives for improvement of SpaceX’s operational and cost trajectory, including developing, tracking, and executing business initiatives with SpaceX’s leadership
Qualification
Bachelor's degree in engineering4+ years of experience in engineeringEvidence of exceptional abilityExtreme sense of urgency and ownershipStrong proficiency in SQL and PythonExcellent analytical modeling skills (e
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, data science, physics, or other quantitative field
4+ years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, product management, operations, FP&A, consulting, banking, or entrepreneurship
2+ years of experience in Excel or programming
Preferred
Evidence of exceptional ability, especially within an ambiguous environment
Quantitative dual degree in engineering field and economics or business field and/or equivalent professional experience
Demonstrated success driving tangible impact/influencing within a broader organization
Extreme sense of urgency and ownership; bias toward action and automation
Ability to read and interpret income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
Strong proficiency in SQL and Python; ability to handle large datasets independently
Excellent analytical modeling skills (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Looker)
Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly with senior business leaders
