Production Control Scheduler, Components Test (Starlink)

SpaceX•Redmond, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Components Test (CTEST) team is responsible for developing and producing the test systems that validate satellite and gateway hardware for the Starlink program. The Production Control Scheduler will provide critical tactical scheduling support to the teams building and deploying test systems in a high-impact, fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on coordination role that demands precision, foresight, and relentless focus on keeping complex production schedules on track. This role will orchestrate inputs across manufacturing, development, engineering, and supply chain to deliver test systems on time by maintaining accurate master schedules, proactively mitigating risks, and delivering clear daily priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of manufacturing scheduling, planning or operations; OR 3+ years of professional experience with manufacturing scheduling, planning or operations in lieu of a degree
Must be able to travel (less than 5% of role)
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing manufacturing of electrical components/system (Electrical Panels, Harnessing, Circuit Board Fabrication, Electrician prefabrication, etc.)
Technical knowledge and skills in coding and computer applications (e.g. MS Office Suite, VBA, Smartsheet, SQL, Confluence, JIRA, Power BI, etc.)
Highly skilled at taking in large quantities of information and presenting it in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing
Understanding of lean principles, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement concepts
Familiarity with root-cause analysis methodologies and problem-solving
Awareness of NFPA, UL508A or similar codes/standards

Responsibilities

Provide tactical scheduling support to ensure critical test systems are delivered on time
Coordinate, maintain, communicate, and present critical path schedules and schedule narratives to both internal and external stakeholders
Work across departments to identify and mitigate critical-path schedule risks to avoid delays to test system deliveries
Coordinate with suppliers to maintain schedules for outsourced test equipment and address blockers as they arise
Source and onboard new suppliers to establish a strong test equipment supply chain which may include shops for harnessing, electrical panels, mechanical fabrication, and circuit boards
Prepare daily work schedules for multiple areas, track progress, update critical path schedules, and communicate adjustments
Execute purchase orders, track progress on deliveries, and address any discrepancies as they arise
Utilize ERP (enterprise resource planning), MES (manufacturing execution systems), and material requirements planning (MRP) systems to coordinate test rack builds and inventory
Assist in root-cause analysis for manufacturing issues, provide feedback to improve planning, and support development of streamlined processes between production and planning

Benefits

long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
potential discretionary bonuses
ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
access to a 401(k)-retirement plan
short and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
paid parental leave
various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law (for employees in Washington State)
Company shuttles are offered to employees for round-trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office, Monday to Friday.