Manager, Production (Falcon)

Company : SpaceX
Location : Inglewood, CA, 90303
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Details
Manager, Production (Falcon)
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.
Manager Production (Falcon)
SpaceX is currently seeking a talented individual for a manager position overseeing Falcon Structures. This role will oversee 6+ supervisors and 65+ technicians across a variety of skill sets. You will be involved in all aspects of Production including strategic rate planning, facilities upgrades, capital projects, staffing, and leadership development to ensure your team's success and growth. Additionally, you will work closely with engineering teams to continuously improve area capability and design for manufacturability.
Responsibilities:
- Manage operations and personnel for Vertical Barrel Integration, Transfer Tube Production, and Aft Structures
- Develop Supervisors and Technicians through standardized training, personal growth plans, and focused goals
- Continuously improve area safety, quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness through large scope initiatives
- Network with managers of other production areas, engineering groups, and support groups to foster a collaborative and productive working environment
- Communicate performance of the area through data analysis and presentation of key metrics
- Work with upper management to align the goals and output of COPV areas with the company direction
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or 4+ years of experience in one or more of the following industries; engineering, manufacturing/production operations, supply chain management, or military operations
- 1+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or production role with direct reports
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- 4+ years of experience working in an aerospace or high-critical manufacturing environment
- 2+ years of experience in a leadership role with direct reports
- 1+ year of experience working with structures and/or propulsion processes
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
- Experience in guiding teams through new product stabilization
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles
- Experience using SQL to navigate large datasets to create and monitor key performance metrics
- Experience identifying and analyzing production process improvements for rate and quality
- Experience working with large-scale manufacturing machines
- Experience working with controls systems or programming
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization, including production technicians, engineering, and the Executive level
- Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Must be able to travel to other SpaceX sites; up to 10% travel
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
Compensation and Benefits:
Pay range:
Manager: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
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