Sr. Operations Analyst (Dragon Production)

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. OPERATION ANALYST (DRAGON PRODUCTION)

The Dragon Strategy, Operations, and Planning department at SpaceX utilizes analytics to provide business critical insight to ensure cross-functional alignment of goals and execution between the supply chain, operations, and engineering departments. As an Operations Analyst, you will lead analysis to develop solutions to production challenges with the goal of increasing SpaceX efficiency and enable us to work toward a faster path to life on Mars!  You will work closely with senior stakeholders around the business to ensure the smooth execution and implementation of your data driven solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct analyses (SQL queries, PowerBI dashboards) designed to drive improvements to production operational efficiency
• Analyze and determine insights from trends and operating metrics to inform critical department strategy and targets
• Integrate with all levels of the business to understand current workflows and identify systematic gaps; help rapidly answer tactical business questions through analytical frameworks
• Develop automation that mitigates business risk and creates efficiencies within Dragon operations and across functions
• Own data integrity, tool maintenance, and reporting quality for the Dragon strategy, operations and planning team
• Develop and improve data inputs for demand signals, machine utilization, and general production prioritization

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, supply chain, management information systems, computer science, or economics
• 5+ years of experience in an operations analyst, production coordination, scheduling or planning role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain, management information systems, computer science or economics
• SQL proficiency (for example: advanced joins, views/table distinctions, and basic query optimizations)
• Experience with creating and managing dashboards using data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Looker)
• Proficient in at least one analytics language (ex. Python, R)
• Proficient in Excel VBA
• Advanced understanding of database structures, query optimizations, ETL development
• Excellent attention to detail, and the ability to present to audiences as needed
• Ability to drive impact in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to dive in to data to surface insights
• Exceptional ability to communicate results/recommendations to non-technical audiences at all organizational levels
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships across disciplines and with multiple levels of management

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Operations Analyst/Senior: $110,000.00 - $145,000.00/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 space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or 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 influe