Operations Specialist (Starship)

About the role

The Operations Engineering team supports the Starship program in Hawthorne through strategic planning, optimization of production processes, and allocation of resources. We are seeking candidates to lead cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams that will create the factory of the future that optimizes operations in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate should be an energized candidate who can apply principles of manufacturing, operations engineering, and project management to make an immediate impact. We are searching for qualified individuals who can continuously improve part flow, interested in being on a manufacturing floor, and are detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Design factory and production area layouts following the rules of clear visual indicators and linear flow principles
• Detail oriented and highly organized through clear documentation, communication, and project management
• Conduct job walks with vendors, negotiate prices, and hold vendors to schedule
• Drive execution with vendors, production teams, and other stakeholders
• Host process walks of production lines, and ask questions to delete or simplify process steps and kick off changes
• Work as part of a team to develop and manage production strategy to mitigate future production risks and seize emerging opportunities to improve quality, output, safety, and cost
• Identify operational challenges within the organization, determine root cause, and develop appropriate solutions
• Actively develop system and process improvements within and between production elements

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline OR 2+ years of experience working in a hands-on technical environment in lieu of a degree

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or science discipline
• Process engineering experience including project management, capacity modeling, processing mapping, and layouts
• Experience with inventory, production, and capacity planning (including MRP/ERP systems)
• Experience using Excel, SQL, or Python/R for analysis on modeling dynamic systems
• Experience with lean, six sigma, and related production principles
• Experience as a contributor to multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), teamwork, and organizational skills
• Organized and self-driven, capable of working independently with little direction in a fast paced/cross-functional environment

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
• This is a hands-on position that will require standing for long durations of the day and directly interacting with other team members and hardware on the floor
• Must be able to travel - up to 10% work week travel may be required to other sites
• Must be able to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

Pay

• Level 1: $33.00 - $39.00/hour
• Level 2: $37.00 - $44.00/hour
• Level 3: $41.00 - $50.00/hour

Benefits

• Eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• Accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year