> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2691476-operations-engineer-blades-and-vanes-foundry](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2691476-operations-engineer-blades-and-vanes-foundry). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # OPERATIONS ENGINEER, BLADES AND VANES FOUNDRY - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Lockhart, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Dynamical Systems, Python (Programming Language), SQL Databases, Data Analytics - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/spacex/sr-operations-engineer-blades-and-vanes-foundry ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline. * 5+ years of professional experience in industrial, operations, or construction engineering. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Process engineering experience including project management, capacity modeling, process mapping, and layouts. * Experience with inventory, production, and capacity planning (including MRP/ERP systems). * Experience as an industrial, operations, process or manufacturing engineer in a developmental manufacturing environment. * Understanding of multiple disciplines such as HVAC, gases, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying. * 1+ years of experience in using Excel, SQL, or Python/R for analysis or modeling dynamic systems. * Experience with lean, six sigma, and related production principles. * Ability to work well across teams and skill sets to find the simplest and best solution. * Experience as a contributor to multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams., * 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. ## Description SpaceX continues to revolutionize the launch industry by combining advanced technological developments with pragmatic and lean manufacturing. This is especially important for the future of rapid and high-volume Starship flight, where power generation is crucial. We are seeking a highly driven Senior Operations Engineer to serve as the extreme owner of the construction, buildout, and operational ramp-up of a new blades and vanes foundry. This role will own delivering complex projects rapidly, at minimum cost, while establishing lean, visually clear, and efficient production flows., * Design and own factory and production area layouts that follow lean principles, emphasizing clear visual indicators, linear flow, and operational efficiency. * Own the full lifecycle of the foundry buildout, ensuring on-time and under-budget delivery of complex projects with minimum time and expense to the business. * Act as the primary construction project manager and extreme owner for all multi-discipline aspects of the project, both in the field and office. * Get hands-on and lead by example to ensure projects are completed rapidly. * Perform project control tasks including detailed scheduling, cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. * Facilitate all required city, county, and governmental approvals and permits. * Interact daily with contractors, fabricators, engineers, and internal customers while resolving design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time. * Coordinate with end users, facilities teams, and operations stakeholders for seamless building operations, maintenance, and handover. * Develop tools and analytics to analyze delivery, capacity, and cost problems, providing clear data-driven guidance for decision making. * Proactively identify operational challenges, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process simplification, and help implement effective solutions., * Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.). * Possible exposure to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain. * Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs. * Occasional travel may be required to support projects at other sites (up to 25%). ## Related Videos - [Your next 10x engineer isn't in your city. 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