Production Coordinator, Avionics (Starship)

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, AVIONICS (STARSHIP) 

Become a part of the Starship team which is working to revolutionize orbital flight and space travel by opening access for humankind to establish new frontiers in space and ultimately make humankind a multi-planetary species. 

Our team is not only designing and building some of the finest electrical hardware to have flown in space but also doing so at a cost and rate previously considered unthinkable in the space industry. Become a part of this fast moving and world class avionics production team, work with super smart and motivated engineers, and achieve truly audacious goals. As a Starship Electronics Production Coordinator, you will keep the department organized and ensure the team has the materials and work processes required to build successfully on time. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Plan future work orders 
• Support the production schedule to reduce downtime associated with changeovers, and ensure no late deliveries to vehicles; check inventory requests of components required for future builds 
• Create systems to keep components organized 
• Load Pick and Place component feeders, and direct SMT technicians on the loading of feeders 
• Support team members to meet rate and quality targets at each station, and promote continuous flow by communicating blockers and reporting downtime to supervisor and specialists 
• Remove defective product from line, and communicate quality issues to manufacturing/quality engineering team for resolution 
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications 
• Monitor part supply levels and maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory 
• Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times 
• Develop and implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures 
• Ensure quality standards are being met throughout the entire production process, and support no defects from leaving a station or team area 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate 
• 1+ years of experience with inventory requests and organizing work orders 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• 2+ years of experience in electronics, automotive, or other high-volume manufacturing 
• Excellent computer skills (Email, Microsoft Windows, ERP/MRP/MES systems, iOS, Executing Custom Developed Software) 
• Provide process and design improvement suggestions to engineering 
• Adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment 
• Effectively communicate (verbally and written) with engineering and production 
• Foster a team environment through collaborative leadership 
• Forklift certified 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, weekends as needed 
• Able to be mobile and on foot for extended periods 
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted 
• Valid driver’s license 
• Able to work in outdoor environments – heat, cold, etc. 
• Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise 
• Able to and available for travel (up to 20% of time) to Starbase, Texas and other sites if needed 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Pay range:           

• Production Coordinator/Level 1: $22.00 - $24.50/hour     
• Production Coordinator/Level 2: $24.00 - $27.00/hour     
• Production Coordinator/Level 3: $26.00 - $30.00/hour                             

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.