Operations Engineer (Starship Production)

SpaceX(1 month ago)

Starbase, TXOnsiteFull TimeMedior$89,731 - $120,243 (estimated)Operations

About this role

The Operations Engineer for Starship Production optimizes manufacturing processes through strategic planning, resource alignment, and data-driven analysis to improve capacity, cost, quality, and throughput. The role involves developing analytical tools and process models, designing production line layouts, identifying root causes of operational issues, and tracking KPIs. This position works closely with cross-functional teams across supply chain, engineering, production, infrastructure, and accounting to capture best practices and implement system improvements. The role is based onsite at Starbase, TX and supports fast-paced, milestone-driven production efforts.

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Required Skills

Tool Development
Data Analysis
Capacity Planning
Cost Analysis
Process Modeling
Line Layout
Root Cause
KPI Tracking
Process Improvement
Collaboration

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics or Physics

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.