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Operations Analyst, Spacecraft Integration (Dragon)
Operations Analyst, Spacecraft Integration (Dragon)-July 2024
Rockledge
Jul 9, 2025
About Operations Analyst, Spacecraft Integration (Dragon)

  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.

  OPERATIONS ANALYST, SPACECRAFT INTEGRATION (DRAGON)

  SpaceX is currently seeking talented individuals for a position on the Dragon Spacecraft Integration team as an Operation Analyst. This role is responsible for using analytics to provide business critical insight to ensure cross-functional alignment of goals and execution between integration, operations, component maintenance, production, supply chain, and engineering teams.  As an Operations Analyst you will lead analysis to develop solutions/tools to challenges with the goal of increasing efficiency and enabling us to meet our targets.  This role involves providing both day-to-day tactical scheduling support as well as providing longer term strategic planning expertise to support our growing spacecraft fleet and hardware refurbishment. Additionally, the role will serve as a liaison between all internal and external organizations to ensure that components and assemblies flow smoothly through integration areas, component maintenance areas, and external suppliers to meet stringent deadlines and quality standards.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Provide tactical scheduling and strategic long range planning expertise to our Dragon Spacecraft Integration & Component Maintenance teamsDevelop deep understanding of all aspects of Dragon spacecraft integration and component refurbishment constraints (with input from engineering, technician team, and production) to effectively coordinate, review, plan and schedule to develop and maintain Integrated Master Plans (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for program using Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or applicable software as required based on part and planning availabilityOwn and maintain Power BI reporting tools for the Dragon Spacecraft Integration team, including data integrity, tool maintenance, and reporting qualityConduct analysis, create reports, automated tools, and standardized metrics for operational measurement and improvement, using SQL queries and software such as Microsoft Excel and Power BIAnalyze and determine insights from trends and operating metrics to inform critical department strategy and targetsUtilize our Factory Scheduler application and other applicable tools to ensure work is scheduled and prioritized accurately and efficiently, and resources allocated appropriatelyPrepare daily work schedules, track work progress, update project critical path schedules, and advise leadership of needed adjustments to daily work activitiesPerform schedule baseline change control, collection and tracking performance, critical path analysis and variance analysis as requiredIdentify and support improvement opportunities for product yield, quality, safety, cost and team efficiencyServe as a liaison between vehicle campaigns and component refurbishment to help prioritize competing needs for facilities and resources to achieve manifest requirementsProvide coordination for large integration activities with support team resources as neededProvide daily visibility, weekly status, and monthly reviews on schedule performanceCreate and use tools using queries and Excel to highlight shortages, determine schedule risks and provide valuable insight to execution performanceMaintain clear communication with both technician team and engineering team leadership BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or other technical discipline2+ years of scheduling experience with Smartsheet, MS Project, or other scheduling software2+ years of experience in an operations analyst, production coordination, scheduling or planning role1+ years of experience using SQL in business analysis, product management, applications/software development, or ERP systems support PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  5+ years of manufacturing scheduling experience4+ years of practical experience with ERP/MRP systems in a production environmentMaster’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or other technical disciplineFamiliarity with lean principles, six sigma and KaizenProject management professional certificationExperience building data visualization dashboards with Power BI, Tableau, or equivalentPrior experience with spacecraft integration or launch vehicle integrationAbility to rapidly change priorities in a high-paced, dynamic environmentAbility to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people with a positive attitudeStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAdvanced Excel proficienciesAbility to develop and maintain strong relationships across disciplines and with multiple levels of management ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  Willing to travel for short or extended periodsAble to work around hypergolic propellants (MMH and NTO)Able to pass Cape Canaveral Air Force Station background checkWilling to work all hours (some flexibility required) as necessary to meet business needs COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    

      

  Pay range:    

  Operations Analyst/Level I:  $75,000.00 - $95,000.00/per year

  Operations Analyst/Level II:  $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year

  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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

  ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.   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.

  Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.

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