Lead a team of engineers and specialists in defining processes, shaping build, test, and shipping infrastructure, and designing fixtures/tools/production aids to produce satellites and satellite subassemblies.

Support day-to-day execution of hardware production and vehicle integration.

Ensure that satellite manufacturing is safe, secure, reliable, on time, cost effective and efficient and produces satellites that perform properly on orbit.

Challenge design requirements, delete unnecessary process steps, simplify and optimize production, accelerate build rates, and increase production line automation as appropriate.

Implement continuous improvements to upgrade current production controls, employ new ones as needed, and minimize the probability of errors.

Maintain a working knowledge of each system on the satellite including the design, schematics, operations, manufacturing, testing, and flight.

Increase program manufacturing and testing capabilities and capacity.

Evaluate non-conformances, and identifying patterns of issues to determine root cause and create actionable items and system improvements.

Identify opportunities for team growth and propose/develop training to increase the effectiveness of the engineering team with respect to company strategy.

Set clear/achievable goals and hold team members accountable for execution and continuous improvement in their area of ownership.

Own the relationship with design, supply chain, mission management, Starshield customers, and other partner teams.

Mechanical Integration & Test Engineer (Starshield)

Responsibilities

Qualification

Required

Preferred

Benefits

Company

SpaceX

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