Operations Engineer (Starship)
Core
Design, build, activate, modify, improve, and maintain fluid systems for the Starship rocket at SpaceX Starbase.
Role type
Operations Engineer (Rocketry/Propulsion Systems)
Builds
Fluid systems for the Starship rocket
Domain
Aerospace / Rocketry / Cryogenic Systems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Fluid systems engineering, Data analysis (Excel, SQL, Python), Process improvement, Statistical analysis, CAD (NX), Root cause analysis, Lean/Six Sigma principles, High-pressure system knowledge, Cryogenic fluid systems knowledge, Machining/Welding/Fabrication techniques
Preferred skills
Discrete event simulation, Data visualization (Power BI, Tableau), Instrumentation and testing, Verification against models, Statistical proficiency, Cost/benefit analysis, CAD design, Hand calculations, Industrial operations experience
Technologies
Excel, SQL, Python, NX, Power BI, Tableau
Responsibilities
Partner with fabrication teams to identify operational challenges and implement process improvements; Create and maintain software tools and dashboards to scale production; Collaborate with cross-functional partners to synchronize efforts; Develop tools to track key performance metrics and support data-driven decision making; Maintain feedback loops with launch engineering to rapidly alter processes; Independently evaluate complex problems and arrive at solutions.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC