Operations Engineer (Raptor)
Core
Design and optimize factory layouts, production flows, and process improvements for the Raptor rocket engine manufacturing facility.
Role type
Operations Engineer (Manufacturing)
Builds
The factory that builds the Raptor rocket engine
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Rocket engine production
Deliverable
production features
Required skills
Factory layout design, process flow optimization, vendor negotiation, project management, capacity modeling, production planning, data analysis (Excel/SQL/Python/R), lean manufacturing principles
Preferred skills
Process engineering, industrial facilities management (HVAC/gas/electrical), multi-disciplinary team collaboration
Technologies
MRP/ERP systems, Excel, SQL, Python, R
Responsibilities
Design factory and production area layouts, conduct job walks and negotiate with vendors, host process walks to identify simplifications, execute complex projects efficiently, develop tools to analyze delivery and capacity problems, lead system and process improvements
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC