Configuration Specialist

CONFIGURATION SPECIALIST

The Configuration Specialist is responsible for auditing rockets and other products as-built configuration records to ensure that the data accurately reflects the as-designed intent of the hardware.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with Engineers from various disciplines (Vehicle/Propulsion/Avionics/Manufacturing/Build Reliability) to understand the as-designed product structure
• Use business systems to traverse the as-designed and change incorporation intent
• Identify configuration discrepancies within the as-built data
• Investigate configuration discrepancies, record the investigation findings, and document the acceptance authorization
• Ensure clear communication to the business, and if necessary facilitate the resolution of configuration disputes
• Use experience to identify opportunities to improve the CCM business system tools and related processes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of product change management and/or production planning and control experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Configuration management and/or manufacturing engineering or production planning experience
• Must be willing to work overtime or weekends as needed
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with Engineering and Production
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work flexible hours and occasional weekend support as needed to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to pass Space Force / Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
• Ability to travel to vendors and other SpaceX sites as needed     

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    

Pay range:    
Configuration Specialist/Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00/hour    
Configuration Specialist/Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00/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.