SpaceX is looking for a driven and experienced machine maintenance manager to own equipment reliability for Starlink's high-volume Product and Gateway production lines in Bastrop. This candidate will be operating in a fast paced and ever-evolving environment, as part of the team working to build the hardware required to connect people all around the world to the internet. This individual will lead a team in designing and operating a robust maintenance system with the goal of providing maximum equipment availability and production line uptime to maximize output of Starlink production.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead team to achieve maximum machine availability, throughput, and OEE
Work with the team to design and build systems to consistently track and execute maintenance tasks on schedule with minimal impact to line uptime
Drive root cause determination and corrective action on incidents and eliminate recurrences with asset owners/engineers
Manage spare parts inventory for rapid response to failures, justify capex for upgrades/new installs, and support refurbishments
Provide DFM feedback on new layouts and equipment to ensure maintainability
Mentor the team on strategic downtime prevention, effective troubleshooting (hydraulics/pneumatics/electrical/controls), and how to run a disciplined operation
Maintain organized, efficient, and presentable team workspaces
Perform day-to-day administrative and management tasks including performance reviews, skills matrix and training, timecard approvals, recruiting, and maintenance KPI analysis
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM discipline OR 5+ years of professional leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
3+ years of experience in aerospace (airframe, launch vehicle, military) or high-volume manufacturing
2+ years of experience in a leadership position
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Hands-on maintenance or manufacturing experience
Knowledge of hydraulic systems, pneumatics, and mechanical theory
Knowledge of industrial automation, instrumentation, data acquisition & control systems, and high-power electrical systems
Experience with machine or complex system maintenance
Demonstrable hands-on skill in troubleshooting, fault finding, problem resolution, and breakdown management
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to bring multiple departments with different priorities together and steer them to a common goal
Work with a computerized maintenance management/resource planning system
Experience in a role where quick-thinking and problem solving were critical
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand up to 6 hours, lift 25 pounds unassisted, and maneuver around equipment in a factory setting
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are required to perform the functions of this position
Ability to work in cleanroom and industrial environments with fumes/odors, noise, hazardous chemicals, and confined spaces
Ability to travel on an ongoing basis, including internationally (up to 10%)
Must be willing to work all shifts, extended hours and weekends as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
About SpaceX
SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
