Operations Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in operations engineering, with experience in designing and optimizing factory layouts. Your attention to detail and ability to simplify complex processes make you an ideal fit for the Raptor Operations Engineering team. You thrive in environments where strategic planning and multitasking are essential, and you enjoy working hands-on in a dynamic setting. You are skilled in collaborating with vendors and managing project timelines effectively, ensuring that production goals are met efficiently.

You possess excellent communication skills, allowing you to conduct job walks and process evaluations with clarity and purpose. Your analytical mindset helps you identify areas for improvement in production lines, and you are proactive in implementing changes that enhance operational efficiency. You are comfortable working away from your desk, engaging directly with the factory floor to ensure that processes are streamlined and effective.

What you'll do

As an Operations Engineer at SpaceX, you will design and own factory and production area layouts, ensuring they adhere to clear visual indicators and linear flow principles. You will conduct job walks with vendors, negotiate prices, and hold them accountable to schedules, playing a crucial role in maintaining production timelines. Your responsibilities will include hosting process walks of production lines to identify steps that can be simplified or eliminated, ultimately driving efficiency in the manufacturing process.

You will execute complex projects with a focus on minimizing time and expense, ensuring that the Raptor engine production meets the high standards set by SpaceX. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance part flow and optimize factory operations. You will be instrumental in the expansion of the factory, contributing to the development of the world's most advanced rocket engines. Your work will directly impact SpaceX's mission to enable human life on Mars, making it a rewarding and impactful position.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space technology. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that have the potential to change the future of humanity. You will be surrounded by a team of talented professionals who share your passion for innovation and excellence in engineering. Join us in our mission to explore the stars and make history.