Manager, Critical Lift (Starship)
Core
Manage all crane operations onsite at Starbase, including critical flight hardware lifts and construction-related lifts to support SpaceX's Starship development.
Role type
Senior operations manager (heavy lifting and rigging)
Builds
Flight hardware lifts and construction infrastructure for Starship
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Heavy industrial operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Heavy lifting operations management, team leadership (technicians/supervisors), safety compliance (OSHA/DOT), crane and rigging asset management, process improvement, logistics analysis, cost optimization, performance management
Preferred skills
Rigging equipment expertise (shackles, straps, slings, hoists), preventative maintenance, data analysis (Excel, Power BI), industrial standards auditing
Technologies
Excel, Power BI, Word, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Manage team of technicians and supervisors, monitor and improve operations for zero OSHA recordables, create and implement critical lift plans, manage crane and rigging fleet, conduct safety walks and audits, assess employee performance, analyze logistics problems, lead cost-saving initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities