Manager, Welding (Starship Launch Hardware) - Cape ...

To apply for this position, please click on the submit button and follow instructions. Position is open to Veterans, transitioning military and members of the National Guard.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, WELDING (STARSHIP LAUNCH HARDWARE)The Manager, Welding is responsible for leading a high-performing team of welders in support of fabrication, testing, launch, and fleet operations. This highly technical and hands-on role focuses on driving continuous improvement in safety, productivity, labor planning, and work center performance. The successful candidate will be a proactive leader, capable of managing complex weld projects, developing and reporting key metrics, optimizing labor through forecasting tools, and implementing technologies that improve efficiency and throughput. This role requires close coordination with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and support organizations, to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and delivery are met or exceeded.RESPONSIBILITIES:, Lead and manage a team of welders and supervisors in a dynamic, high-mix, high-complexity environment across fabrication, fluids piping, and structural weld operations.Develop and maintain labor forecasting tools to estimate labor hours on weldments and proactively allocate resources across projects and sites.Own metric reporting on safety, productivity, throughput, and quality to drive accountability and highlight improvement opportunities.Leverage technology and automation (e.g., digital tools, sensors, data analytics) to increase work center efficiency and reduce labor waste.Maintain and improve work centers by optimizing layout, equipment usage, and workflow based on data and lean principles.Manage specialty tooling and fixture design required for weld operations, ensuring proper maintenance and calibration.Enforce and continuously promote a culture of safety, adhering to OSHA, site-specific, Air Force Range, NASA, and company regulations.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to welders and front-line supervisors; support certification and skill development.Analyze operational data to validate process capability and hardware performance; implement corrective actions when needed.Participate in design and manufacturing reviews to ensure fabrication feasibility, sequence optimization, and technical alignment.Review and edit documentation, including work reports, procedures, and weld inspection records.Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution, incorporating customer feedback into operations.React to rapidly changing priorities with flexibility and professionalism, including travel to other sites as needed.

Created: 2025-09-25