Supervisor, Critical Lift & Transport - 2nd Shift

SpaceX•Vandenberg Village, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

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, CRITICAL LIFT & TRANSPORT - 2ND SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise and provide daily support to the Critical Lift & Transport team Responsible for planning, task assignment, team lead accountability, and assessment of completed work Project future impacts and needs, and energize employees to get tasks done on a deadline-basis Coordinate and schedule deliverables with all external partners Assess new candidates, and provide recommendations in the hiring process Ensure employees have the training, tools and materials they need to carry out their duties Monitor and approve employee time keeping records Responsible for productivity and continuous improvement actions of team members Communicate how successful performance will be measured and provide collaborative direction to team members; recommend performance standards and ratings Maintain quality and quantity of work whilst maintaining safety as the primary priority Provide leadership by setting an example, being a role model, taking input from everyone and deciding how it fits according to our strategic initiatives Maintain, trouble shoot and repair equipment as needed Ensure all Critical Lift & Transport operations, related equipment/services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner Work directly with lead techs, schedulers and engineers to plan Critical Lift & Transport operations Ensure adherence to all area applicable policies such as FOD and control of flight hardware Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certification as required Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment – to include weekly team performance overview Maintain tech-level qualifications and certifications

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of leadership experience leading teams, projects, or people
2+ years of professional experience working in automotive, aviation, or aerospace industry
Must be able to pass Vandenberg Space Force Base background check
Must be available to work extended hours, nights, and weekends when required by mission milestones
Ability to work 2nd shift: Nominal work hours Monday - Friday, 5:00pm - 3:30am
Ability to work at elevated heights and/or tight spaces
Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (35 lbs. unassisted)
Regularly exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Work occasionally performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree
A&P certification
5+ years of experience as a technician with integration systems
Knowledge F9 GSE configuration and application
Heavy rigging experience
Knowledge of certification appertaining to HAZMAT regulations
Understanding of pressure systems and applicable aspects of safetyUnderstanding of warp drive and work order structure
Ability to utilize test instrumentation and control components: pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers preferred
Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
Ability to utilize precision measuring instruments
Knowledge of different fittings such as NPT and A/N
Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Ability to be diplomatic with a variety of individuals across the organizational infrastructure

Responsibilities

Supervise and provide daily support to the Critical Lift & Transport team
Responsible for planning, task assignment, team lead accountability, and assessment of completed work
Project future impacts and needs, and energize employees to get tasks done on a deadline-basis
Coordinate and schedule deliverables with all external partners
Assess new candidates, and provide recommendations in the hiring process
Ensure employees have the training, tools and materials they need to carry out their duties
Monitor and approve employee time keeping records
Responsible for productivity and continuous improvement actions of team members
Communicate how successful performance will be measured and provide collaborative direction to team members; recommend performance standards and ratings
Maintain quality and quantity of work whilst maintaining safety as the primary priority
Provide leadership by setting an example, being a role model, taking input from everyone and deciding how it fits according to our strategic initiatives
Maintain, trouble shoot and repair equipment as needed
Ensure all Critical Lift & Transport operations, related equipment/services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner
Work directly with lead techs, schedulers and engineers to plan Critical Lift & Transport operations
Ensure adherence to all area applicable policies such as FOD and control of flight hardware
Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certification as required
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment – to include weekly team performance overview
Maintain tech-level qualifications and certifications

Benefits

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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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