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Supervisor, Quality Assurance (Falcon) - 2nd Shift

Lead a team of quality inspectors at SpaceX, ensuring high standards in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Location
Hawthorne, CA, United States
Compensation
$115k–$155k/yr
Level
lead
Type
full time

Posted by employer 1 day ago

First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

What you'll build

  • Lead a team of quality inspector staff
  • Supervise completion of Quality Assurance activities
  • Implement training and certifications
  • Lead RCCA process
  • Oversee critical characteristic control

Must have

  • Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience in aerospace, military, manufacturing, production, or testing environment
  • 1+ years of experience leading a team or project

Nice to have

  • 2+ years of experience in quality assurance
  • Technical understanding of in-process, final quality inspection
  • Leadership experience with 6+ direct reports
  • Practical experience with Quality Management Systems standards
  • Experience with precision measurement techniques
  • ASQ Certifications (CQM and/or CQE)

Practical constraints

  • Must be able to support the second shift schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30pm to 1:00am
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed – up to 10%
  • Must be able to distinguish colors

Requirements

Experience
4–6 years
Education
Bachelor's degree

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 Supervisor of Quality Assurance for the Falcon program oversees a team of inspectors, ensuring adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced production environment. This role requires a solid background in aerospace or manufacturing, along with experience in quality assurance processes and team leadership. Ideal candidates possess technical expertise in inspection methods and quality management systems, and are comfortable navigating complex challenges. The position is critical to maintaining SpaceX's high standards as the company continues to innovate in space technology.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze September 24, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page September 24, 2026.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for QA roles (median ~$130,000).

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $115,000–$155,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
4–6 years of relevant experience for this Supervisor, Quality Assurance (Falcon) - 2nd Shift role.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AS9100, FMECA, ISO 9001, Lean Manufacturing, PFMEA, Quality Management Systems.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets lead candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Supervisor, Quality Assurance (Falcon) - 2nd Shift 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.

SUPERVISOR, QUALITY ASSURANCE (FALCON) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead a team of quality inspector staff, and drive accountability for team performance
  • Supervise completion of Quality Assurance activities using SpaceX processes and systems in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
  • Implement training and certifications, as needed, to maintain a highly skilled, flexible, and capable workforce
  • Lead RCCA process; perform root cause analysis and product containment, and recommend/support the implementation of corrective actions that are necessary to reduce or eliminate recurring non-conformances
  • Oversee the critical characteristic control within the production process, including the establishment of necessary equipment/layout requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience in aerospace, military, manufacturing, production, or testing environment
  • 1+ years of experience leading a team or project

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 2+ years of experience in quality assurance
  • Technical understanding of in-process, final quality inspection, and visual inspection methods using borescopes
  • Ability to navigate challenging situations, using technical knowledge and quality principles to understand the current state and determine the constructive path forward
  • Ability to succinctly communicate status and needed action, often urgently, to all levels of the organization
  • Leadership experience: guiding teams in creating and refining improvement ideas, communicating the benefits to influence stakeholders, and executing actions to deliver results aligned to SpaceX's Quality Policy
  • Previous leadership experience in a technical field with 6+ direct reports
  • Practical experience with Quality Management Systems standards (AS9100 and ISO 9001) and Lean Manufacturing
  • Experience with applying PFMEA / FMECA methods and statistical process control
  • Excellent people management skills and technical know-how to provide hands-on supervision
  • Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production
  • Experience with precision measurement techniques of metallic and structural components.
  • Experience with Positive Material Identification
  • Knowledge of structures production methods such as safety cable, fastener installation, torque methods, hole, and chamfer verification
  • ASQ Certifications (CQM and/or CQE)
  • Strong computer and analytical skills including proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, shop floor management software (ERP/MRP), and related technical programs
  • Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment with flight quality hardware
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be able to support the second shift schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30pm to 1:00am
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed – up to 10%
  • Must be able to distinguish colors

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
$115,000.00 - $155,000.00

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 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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