Process Planner (Recovery Operations)

PROCESS PLANNER (RECOVERY OPERATIONS)

As a Process Planner for the Recovery organization, you will be responsible for authoring and revising work instructions for all phases of Falcon and Dragon Recovery operations including recovery operations, marine operations, vessel maintenance, landing zone maintenance, and post-flight hardware processing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Author, illustrate, and release technical work instructions for all phases of Marine, Falcon, and Dragon Recovery operations and maintenance
• Prioritize and implement process improvement revisions to Marine, Falcon, and Dragon Recovery operations and maintenance work instructions in a timely manner
• Create, validate, and maintain time estimates for repeated work content throughout Marine, Falcon, and Dragon recovery operations and maintenance
• Assist recovery engineering and recovery operations departments with large scale process improvement projects to further reduce time between mission operations
• Author and conduct training for recovery engineering and recovery operations departments as needed for technical work instruction ecosystem changes or improvements
• Interface with other launch site departments to improve the overall strategy for efficient task execution as required to meet operational schedules
• Ensure timely closure of released work instructions to avoid stagnant operations
• Triage pop-up planning and/or operational issues as applicable for the role

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of professional work experience working in operations for maritime, aerospace, transportation, automotive, or manufacturing environments
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree in a technical or business field
• Experience converting engineering instructions and information into content intended for a variety of audiences and ability levels
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing planning or technical writing within the automotive, maritime, transportation, or aerospace industry
• Prior experience with rocket launch or recovery operations and processes
• Prior data analysis skills with Excel, Python, SQL, and/or other analysis tools
• Prior experience reading technical drawings and schematics
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse co-workers within the engineering, technician, and leadership teams
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities
• Demonstrated abilities for strong analytical, project management, computer, communication, organizational, and writing skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Space Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
• Ability to work outdoors and in maritime environments
• Ability to support extended hours, nights and/or weekends as required
• Ability to travel to other SpaceX sites (Long Beach) as needed (~25% of time)
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must possess or be eligible for Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
Pay range:

Planner/Level 1: $20.00 - $27.00/hour  
Planner/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour  

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.