Process Planner (Starship Launch Hardware)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. PROCESS PLANNER (STARSHIP LAUNCH HARDWARE) RESPONSIBILITIES: Analyze department performance and drive improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and reliability Provide data and reports on production performance to influence decisions on how to increase productivity Assist supervisors and welders to coordinate shop and field activity to support project schedules Demonstrate a high level of flexibility and ability to effectively coordinate team activity with all trades Develop robust solutions for raw material availability and planning Utilize internal SpaceX resources and external vendors as needed Ensure launch assets are physically configured for upgrades and work areas are accessible by coordinating with launch pad and recovery vessel operations teams Create and implement solutions for safe project site operations per SpaceX EH&S direction Support project engineering team as needed with other project preparations and shop/field coordination BASIC QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalency certificate 1+ years of professional experience in a fabrication, production, or manufacturing environment  PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Associate’s degree in a technical or business field 2+ years of experience in manufacturing planning or technical writing within a fabrication, production, or manufacturing environment Experience of pipe fitting, and principals of welding Experience in overhead cranes and forklifts Experience with LEAN and 5S methodologies  Experience with inventory management, shipping/receiving, and material flow Experience converting engineering instructions and information into content intended for a variety of audiences and ability levels Experience with data analysis skills with Excel, Python, SQL, and/or other analysis tools Experience reading technical drawings and schematics Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse co-workers within the engineering, technician, and leadership teams Ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required Ability to lift heavy objects up to 30 lbs. unassisted Valid driver’s license Ability to work at elevated heights Ability to work in extreme environments – heat, cold, rain, fumes, odors, and noise Willing to work 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. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary.

SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon...