Manager, COPV Production (Starship)
Core
Lead and scale high-performance teams responsible for the production of Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessel (COPV) assemblies for Starship, covering assembly, welding, inspection, and delivery.
Role type
Senior IC production manager (aerospace manufacturing)
Builds
Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessel (COPV) assemblies for Starship
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Advanced composites
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manufacturing/production operations leadership, welding process management, composite material assembly, supply chain management, military operations, team mentorship, operational standards enforcement, continuous improvement, safety compliance
Preferred skills
Multidisciplinary production organization building, vacuum furnace operation, plasma coating, non-destructive testing/inspection, technical concept presentation
Technologies
vacuum furnaces, tig welding, plasma coating, non-destructive testing/inspection
Responsibilities
Manage technician training and development paths, hire and lead a team of supervisors and technicians, drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, report on team performance and throughput, support new product introductions and facility upgrades, ensure compliance with industry standards and safety protocols
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC