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Production Coordinator (Starship Components Machining)

Join SpaceX as a Production Coordinator to support timely delivery of components in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Location
Hawthorne, CA
Compensation
$22–$30/hr
Level
junior
Type
full time

Posted by employer 4 months ago

First seen on Joblaze 4 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

Requirements

Experience
1–3 years
Education
High school

Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

The Production Coordinator at SpaceX plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth flow of parts through the manufacturing process, focusing on timely delivery and proper handling. This position requires familiarity with MRP/ERP systems and strong organizational skills, alongside experience in a manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates are those with a background in aerospace or advanced manufacturing, looking to contribute to a high-stakes production team. The role is integral to SpaceX's mission of advancing space exploration through efficient production practices.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 4 months ago — first seen on Joblaze May 19, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 7, 2026.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $22–$30 for this role.
How much experience is required?
1–3 years of relevant experience for this Production Coordinator (Starship Components Machining) role.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets junior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Production Coordinator (Starship Components Machining) role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR (STARSHIP COMPONENTS MACHINING)

The Production Coordinator is a vital role within SpaceX’s machining, manufacturing and production teams. Production Coordinators work in support of all production staff to ensure the on-time delivery of components and assemblies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Monitor, track, and move parts as required through the production flow to ensure timely delivery to the next production location.
  • Coordinate physical movement of parts through receiving inspection, stock rooms, purchasing, production resources or any applicable work center within SpaceX.
  • Ensure parts are handled and protected properly and within SpaceX specifications.
  • Coordinate off-site processing of parts to ensure on-time delivery as required.
  • Work with the planning, procurement, engineering, and production teams to ensure our MRP/ERP data is and remains clean and accurate.
  • Assist with resolution of incorrect system data, which is driving inappropriate demand, schedules, or could result in general failure.
  • Update and utilize target management system to drive results.
  • Work with production supervisors and managers to ensure all metrics driven action requirements are completed.
  • Communicate part status and estimated completion dates.
  • Assist production leadership and project teams with action item updates as required.
  • Support logistics process through innovative staging of workflow as required.
  • Support management of material certifications as required; prevent use of un-certified materials.
  • Support production and inventory personnel with “return to stock” and inventory purge actions.
  • Support purchase requisition creation for scheduled contract work as required.
  • Organize and maintain the physical and electronic library for production related tooling and calibration database as required.
  • Support projects or productivity development activities within assigned production cells.
  • Support assigned production cells with work order management activities as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
  • 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or administrative environment.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 3+ years of experience handling parts in a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong computer skills, familiar with the full suite of MS Office products.
  • Forklift certified.
  • Experience in organizing files and documents.
  • Inventory experience.
  • Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
  • Experience in aerospace or advanced manufacturing environments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be willing to 1st shift (Monday - Friday 5AM - 3:00PM) and 2nd shift (Monday - Friday 2:45PM - 12:45AM) hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.
  • Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours minimum.
  • Able to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Level 1: $22.00 - $24.50/hour
Level 2: $24.00 - $27.00/hour
Level 3: $26.00 - $30.00/hour

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.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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