Sr. Scheduler (Starship)
Core
Leads efficient production planning for SpaceX's Starship program by developing strategic rate-based schedules, forecasting capacity, and resolving part shortages to enable human life on Mars.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing scheduler (aerospace)
Builds
Starship hardware production lines and mission schedules
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / High-volume production
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manufacturing scheduling, rate-based planning, capacity forecasting, constraint management, MRP/ERP systems, SQL, scenario modeling, supplier relationship management, cross-functional collaboration, lean/Six Sigma/Kaizen, team mentorship
Preferred skills
Advanced ERP/MRP (SAP, Oracle), coding/scripting (VBA, Python, Power BI), Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, PMP or Agile certification, aerospace/high-volume manufacturing background
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, SQL, VBA, Power BI, Python, MS Office Suite, Smartsheet, Confluence, JIRA
Responsibilities
Lead production scheduling for multiple work centers; develop and maintain rate-based master schedules; own scenario modeling for hardware allocation; partner with production/engineering/supply chain to execute daily/weekly goals; cultivate supplier relationships for hardware needs; orchestrate scheduling across shared resources; champion scheduling automation initiatives; conduct capacity analyses to mitigate risks; root-cause chronic schedule issues; mentor junior schedulers; support strategic program reviews
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities