Sr. Manager, Production

SR. MANAGER, PRODUCTION 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly lead a team of Falcon Production and Engineering Leaders
• Manage a staff of 75+ employees on two shifts toward goals aligned to company targets for utilization, process improvement, quality, safety, delivery and cost reduction
• Ensure a strong focus is placed on safety and achieve excellent safety performance with the team
• Develop, implement and maintain production strategy including high level resource planning, rate development initiatives, scheduling processes and training programs
• Partner closely with Production, Engineering and Quality Assurance leadership teams to ensure that all three teams operate effectively and efficiently
• Achieve cost targets by improving labor efficiency and driving design for manufacturability improvements
• Coordinate and encourage an environment of continuous improvement for all assigned products and processes
• Build a high performing team and focus on hiring, engagement and retention of top talent
• Drive synergies across all areas of Falcon 9  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 2+ years of experience managing and/or mentoring engineers
• 6+ years of leadership experience
• 5+ years of experience within operations

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Production or manufacturing experience
• Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
• Experience with applying lean manufacturing principles
• Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving total cost equation
• 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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed. Up to 5%
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Production/Sr. Manager: $160,000.00 - $205,000.00/per year    

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 at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.