SpaceX is looking for an Operations Engineer (Logistics) to join a dynamic team enhancing business network visibility and driving continuous improvement. At SpaceX, founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting, you will contribute to developing the technologies to make this possible.

What You'll Do

Identify operational challenges, lead problem formulation, determine root cause, and develop effective solutions
Develop, standardize, and continuously improve logistics key process indicators and customer-facing metrics
Develop strategies and lead cross-functional teams to enable scaling business models
Identify, monitor, and communicate trends to broader logistics, supply chain, and financial stakeholders
Collaborate with ASW, Logistics, Finance, and stakeholders to refine routing paradigms and standardize KPI dashboards
Plan and implement logistics and supply chain optimization and continuous improvement projects
Work with broader application software teams to support logistics and supply chain tool development
Manage projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to and influencing stakeholders
Create reports and maintain regular reporting cadence with logistics team and network providers

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, mathematics, or physics
2+ years of professional experience in manufacturing or industrial project management; OR 1+ years of experience using Excel, SQL, and Python/R for analysis or modeling dynamic systems
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed to meet major milestones
Must be willing to travel up to 10%
This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

Nice to Have

Proficiency with statistics, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis, and visualization
Experience with Power BI and discrete event modeling tools
Experience with logistics, production, and capacity planning systems
Experience with global logistics concepts, nomenclature, and inherent distribution systems
Experience with lean, six sigma, and related production principles
Experience as a contributor to multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
Ability to work in fast-paced, high stress environments
Excellent written and communication skills

Technical Stack

Excel
SQL
Python
R
Power BI

Team & Environment

You will collaborate with ASW, Logistics, Finance, and relevant stakeholders and work with broader application software teams.

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation: Level I: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00/per year; Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Long-term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
Accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation
Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year
Accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy

Work Mode

This is an onsite position based in Hawthorne, CA. Remote work is not considered.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.