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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. GLOBAL OPERATIONS ENGINEER (STARLINK) - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Lockhart, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, C Sharp (Programming Language), Data Visualization, Python (Programming Language), Knowledge-Based Systems, SQL Databases, Scripting, Information Technology - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/spacex/sr-global-operations-engineer-starlink ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or STEM field * 5+ years of experience in an operations, process improvement, manufacturing, and/or consulting environment * 3+ years of experience with, Excel, SQL, and Python PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Proven ability to thrive and deliver in environments with competing priorities and aggressive timelines * Experience leading complex operational and strategic initiatives at scale * Strong proficiency in statistics, data analysis, and data visualization; ability to turn data into decisive action * Demonstrated ability to independently define, scope, de-scope, and own projects end-to-end * Hands-on experience with lean, Six Sigma, and first-principles process improvement methodologies * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Python, SQL, C#, or similar) for analysis and automation * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a track record of influencing senior leaders * Extreme ownership, strong bias for action, and a history of building simple, scalable solutions * Strong interpersonal skills with experience mentoring others and leading small, high-performing project teams * Advanced degree or dual background preferred (engineering + business/economics) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed * Willingness to travel up to 50% 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. ## Description * Take extreme ownership of process improvement: ruthlessly apply first-principles methodologies to eliminate waste, scale self-service, accelerate resolution, and simplify complex processes * Identify systemic engineering and operational defects with bias for action; rapidly determine root causes and drive comprehensive solutions at scale-both immediate fixes and permanent preventative systems that remove recurring requirements * Design and own lean data frameworks that surface only the signals that matter across the customer journey and internal operations (logistics, finance, etc.), enabling fast decisions * Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to prioritize, aggressively de-scope requests, allocate resources, and kill non-essential work so high-impact solutions stick * Own complex projects end-to-end with bias for action: set aggressive timelines, remove blockers, influence stakeholders, drive tight feedback loops, and deliver results without waiting for perfect conditions * Lead design reviews and rollouts with design, engineering, logistics, and operations teams-challenge scope, strip unnecessary requirements, run lean betas, and create only the enablement materials that actually move the needle * Establish living knowledge systems with extreme ownership: codify essential best practices, continuously prune outdated documentation, and ensure systems stay simple and scalable ## Related Videos - [JavaScript? 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