SUPERVISOR, QUALITY ASSURANCE (FALCON) - 2ND SHIFTRESPONSIBILITIES: - Lead a team of quality inspector staff, and drive accountability for team performance
- Supervise completion of Quality Assurance activities using SpaceX processes and systems in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
- Implement training and certifications, as needed, to maintain a highly skilled, flexible, and capable workforce
- Lead RCCA process; perform root cause analysis and product containment, and recommend/support the implementation of corrective actions that are necessary to reduce or eliminate recurring non-conformances
- Oversee the critical characteristic control within the production process, including the establishment of necessary equipment/layout requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of experience in aerospace, military, manufacturing, production, or testing environment
- 1+ years of experience leading a team or project
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:- 2+ years of experience in quality assurance
- Technical understanding of in-process, final quality inspection, and visual inspection methods using borescopes
- Ability to navigate challenging situations, using technical knowledge and quality principles to understand the current state and determine the constructive path forward
- Ability to succinctly communicate status and needed action, often urgently, to all levels of the organization
- Leadership experience: guiding teams in creating and refining improvement ideas, communicating the benefits to influence stakeholders, and executing actions to deliver results aligned to SpaceX's Quality Policy
- Previous leadership experience in a technical field with 6+ direct reports
- Practical experience with Quality Management Systems standards (AS9100 and ISO 9001) and Lean Manufacturing
- Experience with applying PFMEA / FMECA methods and statistical process control
- Excellent people management skills and technical know-how to provide hands-on supervision
- Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
- Experience with precision measurement techniques of metallic and structural components.
- Experience with Positive Material Identification
- Knowledge of structures production methods such as safety cable, fastener installation, torque methods, hole, and chamfer verification
- ASQ Certifications (CQM and/or CQE)
- Strong computer and analytical skills including proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, shop floor management software (ERP/MRP), and related technical programs
- Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment with flight quality hardware
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:- Must be able to support the second shift schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30pm to 1:00am
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted
- Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed - up to 10%
- Must be able to distinguish colors
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay Range:
$115,000.00 - $155,000.00
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 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.
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.
