Supervisor, NDE Operations

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

5d • $105,000 - $135,000

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, NDE OPERATIONS The NDE function is organized within focused production area cells alongside the production activities by utilizing multiple and varied inspection methods to efficiently provide quality control and protect product reliability. This position will be responsible for the inspections that support Falcon Stage and Merlin value streams. As the NDE Supervisor at SpaceX, you will be required to interface across the business. The job function will require emphasizing a “quality first” culture with the team while performing hands-on inspection, troubleshooting, and managing inspectors during day-to-day NDE activities. The Supervisor will interact with technical and operations leaders within Production. The candidate should possess strong leadership, structured control, and data driven performance management, and soft skills to influence and persuade. An eye for detail and the ability to work within complex teams to reach companywide goals are key attributes for a successful supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing, production, or testing environment
• 1+ years of experience leading a team or project

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of prior leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, either leading teams, projects, or people
• 1+ year as a SpaceX NDE Inspector
• Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills while managing multiple priorities
• 2+ years of NDE experience with a Level II or Level III certification in line with ASNT TC-1A or NAS 410 or DOD guidance
• 5+ years of aerospace experience
• Knowledge of NASA 5009 standards
• Knowledge of AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM
• Knowledge and understanding of NAS 410 standards
• Experience implementing problem solving tools and techniques such as 5 whys, failure mode and effects analysis, and root cause analysis
• Knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, continuous improvement, and/or DMAIC
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Suite
• Experience in working with fracture critical products and parts
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, assemblies, technique specific systems
• Must be able to bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, and walk
• Willing to work extended hours to meet critical deadlines if needed

Responsibilities

• Schedule and prioritize work-flow management
• Act as the interface between the team and relevant production partners
• Collaborate with the engineering and NDE Specialist teams to support inspection requirements
• Manage inspector career development planning and certification training to meet inspection needs in the work center
• Assist in personnel hiring and sourcing recommendations
• Manage maintenance planning and scheduling for equipment and facilities
• Prioritize and increase inspection quality by deploying lean strategies, 5S, Kaizen, and data driven metric development
• Ensure team maintains proficiency by using inspection methods, automated systems, and tooling for the work center
• Assist in the introduction of technological change

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees