SpaceX
Supervisor Quality Assurance Launch Vehicle Subassemblies 2nd Shift
SpaceX, Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250
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. SUPERVISOR, QUALITY ASSURANCE (LAUNCH VEHICLE SUBASSEMBLIES) 2ND SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead and manage a staff of 15-20 employees
Supervise shop floor activities, including daily schedules, workflow and drive root cause analysis and corrective action for production problems using tools such as 5 why, 8D, Apollo Root Cause, A3, Fishbone/Ishikawa diagrams and other problem solving techniques
Continuously improve process and manpower efficiency, utilization, and productivity
Assign and supervise completion of projects using SpaceX processes and systems, in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
Effectively communicate assignments, projects, problems to be solved, deadlines, and any issues for review to the team
Continuously monitor the non-conformances to eliminate them from happening again
Implement training as needed to advance employees in applicable expertise to maintain a highly skilled work force, and create succession plans
Review employees regularly, per SpaceX requirements and document performance improvements and disciplinary issues with accuracy and professionalism
Identify project issues, planning errors and work with project management to find a solution through risk identification and mitigation
Work closely with technicians, inspectors, manufacturing/responsible engineers and production management to identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures
Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
Develop and implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures
Coordinate with engineering and other departments to manage inspection resources for continuous production support while ensuring safety
Capacity planning of equipment, tools and personnel while monitoring material costs and cost savings
Develop, initiate, coordinate, and enforce system policies and procedures
Monitor labor hours, overtime, and implement improvement plans for time management of the staff
Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
Keep abreast of emerging technologies and introduce these to the in the department as needed to remain competitive within the industry
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED
3 years of formal leadership experience in a manufacturing sector
3 years of experience with applying lean manufacturing principles and implementing process improvement projects
3 years of experience with AS 9100, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949, ISO 13485, or similar quality management system
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field or technical discipline
Demonstrated experience and ability to read, interpret and follow schematics, engineering drawings, parts list and mechanical assemblies
Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
Demonstrated experience and ability to read, interpret and follow orders
Knowledge of statistical analysis tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and Minitab (or similar)
Knowledge of Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), control plans, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and various problem solving approaches
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production
Ability to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
Must be able to support production floor for extended periods – 10 hours minimum
Position may require long hours and weekend work
Must be able to work 2nd shift hours
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
Lead and manage a staff of 15-20 employees
Supervise shop floor activities, including daily schedules, workflow and drive root cause analysis and corrective action for production problems using tools such as 5 why, 8D, Apollo Root Cause, A3, Fishbone/Ishikawa diagrams and other problem solving techniques
Continuously improve process and manpower efficiency, utilization, and productivity
Assign and supervise completion of projects using SpaceX processes and systems, in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
Effectively communicate assignments, projects, problems to be solved, deadlines, and any issues for review to the team
Continuously monitor the non-conformances to eliminate them from happening again
Implement training as needed to advance employees in applicable expertise to maintain a highly skilled work force, and create succession plans
Review employees regularly, per SpaceX requirements and document performance improvements and disciplinary issues with accuracy and professionalism
Identify project issues, planning errors and work with project management to find a solution through risk identification and mitigation
Work closely with technicians, inspectors, manufacturing/responsible engineers and production management to identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures
Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
Develop and implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures
Coordinate with engineering and other departments to manage inspection resources for continuous production support while ensuring safety
Capacity planning of equipment, tools and personnel while monitoring material costs and cost savings
Develop, initiate, coordinate, and enforce system policies and procedures
Monitor labor hours, overtime, and implement improvement plans for time management of the staff
Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
Keep abreast of emerging technologies and introduce these to the in the department as needed to remain competitive within the industry
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED
3 years of formal leadership experience in a manufacturing sector
3 years of experience with applying lean manufacturing principles and implementing process improvement projects
3 years of experience with AS 9100, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949, ISO 13485, or similar quality management system
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field or technical discipline
Demonstrated experience and ability to read, interpret and follow schematics, engineering drawings, parts list and mechanical assemblies
Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
Demonstrated experience and ability to read, interpret and follow orders
Knowledge of statistical analysis tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and Minitab (or similar)
Knowledge of Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), control plans, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and various problem solving approaches
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production
Ability to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
Must be able to support production floor for extended periods – 10 hours minimum
Position may require long hours and weekend work
Must be able to work 2nd shift hours
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.