Supervisor, SMT (Starlink)

SUPERVISOR, SMT (STARLINK)

As a SMT Production Supervisor supporting the Starlink program, you will be responsible for leading others through the mass production of PCB and PCBA process. You’ll be an integral member of a diverse team in charge of team management, collaboration with manufacturing and design engineers, and driving the transition from initial prototyping to full-scale production.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and maintain production technicians’ schedules, production processes, safety, and area standards
• Lead, coach, and mentor Starlink technicians, including bi-annual reviews and managing corrective or disciplinary actions
• Lead efforts to transition product from engineering development to full rate production
• Collaborate with area leadership in order to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
• Drive continuous improvement, risk reduction, root-cause analysis, and investigations in your area
• Establish and analyze area metrics to drive
  • Personnel training and development
  • Optimization of product flow through the factory
  • Efficiency improvement projects
  • Identification and elimination of defects within the area value stream
  • Reduction of downtime for product and personnel
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Review and provide constructive feedback concerning manufacturability plans and technical data packages
• Independently perform hands-on assembly of satellite components and vehicle integration assembly when required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school degree or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/testing environment or a Bachelor’s Degree
• 1+ years of experience leading a team or project

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Lean/Six Sigma green belt certification or equivalent
• Experience with lean manufacturing training, lean manufacturing principles, and efficiency methods
• Experience with harnessing, electro-mechanical assembly, and prototype development
• Experience monitoring, tracking, and continually improving total cost equation
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability proficiency including: Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis
• Ability to read, interpret controlled documentation, and processes such as: cable harnesses, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, GD&T, assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists
• Proficient with computers, the ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be open to work all shifts, extended hours and/or weekends as needed. This role will be covering either 1st shift (typical start time is 5am) or 2nd shift (typical start time is 3 pm)
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Supervisor, SMT/Supervisor: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

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, stock options, 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.