Oversee flight hardware packaging and transport coordination to ensure successful launches at SpaceX.
Posted by employer 6 days ago
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Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Sr. Logistician at SpaceX is responsible for coordinating the transport of flight hardware and ground support equipment, ensuring timely delivery for successful launches. This role requires expertise in logistics, compliance with DOT regulations, and familiarity with ERP systems, alongside a strong team-oriented approach. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in logistics or scheduling, with a background that supports the high-stakes environment of aerospace operations. The position also demands flexibility and readiness to respond to urgent project needs.
Quick facts
- Is the Sr. Logistician (Starship) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- 5–7 years of relevant experience for this Sr. Logistician (Starship) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. Logistician (Starship) 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.
SR. LOGISTICIAN (STARSHIP)
The logistician will oversee flight hardware packaging, shipping, ground support equipment (GSE) inventory, and transports. Tasks will be geared towards supporting launch manifests while keeping a safe, team driven work environment as we work towards manned missions and Mars.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the transport coordination of our flight hardware and support equipment necessary to ensure safe and successful launches
- Provide input and recommendations in compliance with DOT/CFR regulations to logistics and manufacturing departments for development and improvement of new and existing transport hardware
- Coordinate the transport of flight hardware equipment and vehicles interfacing with manufacturing, engineering, mission management, and outside transportation vendors to ensure timely delivery
- Coordinate the transport readiness of transport equipment, including providing direction to transport technicians as necessary
- Utilize master production schedules to coordinate resources ensuring teams and transport hardware/equipment are available
- Develop, document, and coordinate with engineering and production teams to ensure efficient packaging of flight vehicles, modules, and equipment is maintained
- Create/maintain reports, presentations, and metrics as required to add value to organization and company development
- Manage the development and implementation of annual and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for logistic activities and continue participation in the development of overall annual and long-term objectives
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in logistics, operations management, business administration, or supply chain and 5+ years of professional experience with logistics or scheduling; or 7+ years of professional experience with logistics or scheduling in lieu of a degree
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with ERP systems for receiving and inventory
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and CFR (code of federal regulations)
- Ability to maintain a positive working attitude during stressful working conditions
- Team oriented and driven work ethic to contribute to continuous improvements
- Knowledge of HazMat shipping
- Knowledge of ordnance handling
- Knowledge of onsite and offsite transportation requirements, including over the road shipping
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as forklifts, man lifts, etc.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations when requested
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed; flexibility is required
- Willing to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
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