Production Control Scheduler (Maintenance)

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.

PRODUCTION CONTROL SCHEDULER (MAINTENANCE)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all production assets are documented electronically with BOMs, critical spares identified, and demand actioned for the most production critical assets across Hawthorne production (F9, Dragon, Raptor, Starship).
• Create, revise, and maintain critical spare documentation, part information, unique supplier info, manufacturer and OEM specs required to source alternate hardware
• Manage, execute, and simplify demand signals based on maintenance planning, repair consumption, and existing repair/PM workflow across maintenance, ground, tooling, and automation groups
• Coordinate with suppliers, Maintenance Engineers and Technicians to identify substitutes for obsolete or long lead time components
• Forecast demand volume and optimize ordering strategies to balance inventory levels and minimize purchase frequency for high consumption parts
• Author and illustrate part record instructions, negotiation with maintenance vendors, and machine/equipment OEM
• Ensure necessary tools, parts and consumables are available ahead of scheduled maintenance activities
• Assess component-based lead times, costs, and safety stock demand quantities based on existing consumption data, upcoming scheduled repair/PM work, and overall supply outlook considerations
• Provide feedback to engineering and maintenance groups regarding part selection, ease of sourcing, and act as the single point maintenance relationship with purchasing.
• Strategize improvements to the PM parts program, machine parts documentation, and alternate spare parts cataloging

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience working in supply chain, production, engineering, or a project management function

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience using Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)
• Familiarity with a high volume production environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse co-workers within the engineering, technician, and leadership teams; ability to have insight into their changing needs
• Ability to quickly learn, absorb, and apply technical content to further develop understanding of electronics assembly and testing processes
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and other third parties
• Strong analytical, project management, computer, communication, and writing skills (typing, spelling, grammar)
• Data analysis skills in Excel, VBA, Python, and/or SQL
• Prior experience working with SpaceX configuration management and work planning/dispatching tools

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available for all shifts, extended hours, and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: Production Control Scheduler/Level I: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00/per year Production Control Scheduler/Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/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.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be 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.

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