Manager, COPV Production; Starship

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.

As a Production Manager, you will lead and scale high-performance teams responsible for the production of Composite Over wrapped Pressure Vessel (COPV) assemblies — from assembly, welding, inspection, and delivery to final integration – inclusive of all piece parts and final machining. This role requires close collaboration with engineering, internal suppliers, supply chain, operations, internal customers and management to solve problems quickly in a demanding, fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate is motivated by SpaceX’s mission to establish a base on the moon, colonize Mars and is energized by Starship’s high performance environment demanding excellence.

• Ensure a strong focus is placed on safety, and maintain an excellent safety record
• Manage technician training and development paths to boost quality and reduce lead time/cost
• Define and enforce excellence in operational standards with strict accountability on production goals and all administrative tasks associated with achieving production targets and running teams
• Hire, lead, and mentor a team of supervisors, technicians, welders, inspectors, and machinists to perform assembly, welding, curing, machining, proofing, coating and non-destructive testing/inspection operations
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, procedures, quality, and rate, including large scaling for high-volume production
• Report semi-weekly on team performance and throughput during our department wide production semi-weekly meetings
• Support new product introductions, line expansions, and facility upgrades
• Collaborate with development, engineering, quality, and leadership to align long-term goals and resolve complex issues
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and SpaceX safety protocols, while fostering culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and high-performance
• Mentor and develop team members, conduct performance reviews, to maintain a world-class manufacturing organization

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline OR 4+ years of experience in one or more of the following industries:
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing/production operations
  • Supply chain management
  • Military operations
• 1+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or production role with direct reports

• 5+ years of experience working with composite material assembly
• Experience building out a multidisciplinary production organization
• Production experience with processes such as vacuum furnaces, tig welding, plasma coating, machining
• Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Able to travel up to 20% as needed
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Pay Range:

Manager, Production: $150,000 - $190,000

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  may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company…