Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or operations/supply chain management
1+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, or software engineering
1+ years of experience with SQL or business intelligence tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Grafana)
2+ years of experience with SQL, Python, and business intelligence tools is preferred
Understanding of business concepts related to supply chain management
Responsibilities
Build relationships with cross-functional groups to successfully lead challenging projects
Create dashboards and models for strategic visibility and business case development
Review and analyze data to identify efficiency opportunities and drive improvements
Anticipate operational challenges, lead problem formulation, and develop solutions
Contribute to systems roadmap and support ERP tools development
Develop and improve supply chain metrics continuously
Drive results and customer satisfaction through collaboration and project leadership
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and innovative environment
Exposure to cutting-edge technology in the satellite industry
Collaborative team culture that values autonomy and informed decision-making
Potential for professional growth and development within a leading aerospace company
Participation in high-impact projects with tangible outcomes for global connectivity
Full Job Description
OPERATIONS ENGINEER, SUPPLY CHAIN (STARLINK)
SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. As an Operations Engineer within the Starlink program you will analyze, develop, and implement tactical and strategic business processes for the supply chain group to create high impact, efficient, economical solutions. Ideal team members are highly autonomous individuals that excel in flexible environments and bring clarity and informed decision-making to our leadership teams that drive the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Build relationships with cross-functional groups to identify, prioritize, and lead challenging projects to completion and take ownership for the success and sustainability of actions
Create dashboards, models, and other types of reporting to enable strategic visibility and build a business case for improvement efforts
Review and analyze gathered data to identify opportunities for efficiency gains and drive improvement for both supplier and internal processes
Anticipate and identify operational challenges within the organization, lead problem formulation, determine root cause, and develop creative and effective solutions
Contribute to a systems roadmap and work with broader application software team to support ERP tools development & supplier-facing portal enhancements
Develop, standardize and continuously improve supply chain metrics
Drive for results and customer satisfaction by collaborating with teams, leading projects, and continuously spearheading improvements in supply chain
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or operations/supply chain management
1+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, or software engineering
1+ years of experience with SQL or business intelligence tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Grafana)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
2+ years using SQL, Python, and business intelligence tools (PowerBI, Tableau)
Degree in industrial and systems engineering, operations or supply chain management
Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and use data to drive systemic improvements for the business.
Proficient in identifying system enhancement opportunities, understanding end user requirements, and the ability to translate requirements into design requirements
Understanding of business concepts relating to supply chain management (procurement, sourcing, material movement/logistics, supplier quality, etc.)
Demonstrated experience managing simultaneous projects with tight deadlines and navigating ambiguous problem statements
Experience with sharing information and influencing others across organizational lines, internally, and externally
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with lean, six sigma, and related production principles
Experience or education in management science and engineering, operations engineering, operations research, or industrial engineering
Ability to work both autonomously and as a team in a highly demanding, ambiguous, and fast paced environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
Up to 25% travel to other SpaceX locations
This position requires being on site - remote work not considered
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.
