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Fleet Maintenance Manager (Starship) – SpaceX SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is 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. Overview SpaceX is looking for an experienced Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance activities at the SpaceX Starship production site, Boca Chica. The Fleet Maintenance Manager will maintain and troubleshoot the most advanced machines and equipment required to produce our rockets and spacecraft, including automotive assets, heavy transit vehicles, heavy industrial lifting equipment, diesel engine maintenance, self‑propelled modular transporters (SPMT), cranes, small engine repair, and various types of industrial equipment. The Manager will be responsible for ensuring work is completed based on work order schedules and emergency breakdowns. Responsibilities Lead a team of technicians through daily repairs, preventative maintenance actions, and complex continuous improvement projects to ensure maximum asset availability for Starbase. Manage weekly workload distribution and technician task assignments. Triage incoming maintenance requests from internal customers and effectively resource‑manage the priority workload with all available resources. Work with third‑party vendors for parts acquisition, asset documentation standards, training, and on‑site maintenance actions. Serve as subject‑matter expert in equipment maintenance troubleshooting, project management, team KPI analysis, maintenance system performance analysis, and high‑level people leadership in a fast‑paced, highly iterative environment. Lead a diverse technician team to troubleshoot and repair various systems such as mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic. Provide developmental leadership to a team of technicians, facilitating training and advancement of skills, and maintain a skills matrix for all technicians. Responsible for root‑cause analysis reports to feedback learning and improvement opportunities to the maintenance manager and asset owners to further improve maintenance performance. Perform other related duties as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or 6+ years of experience in a maintenance or field‑work environment with a high school diploma or equivalency certificate. 2+ years of experience leading a team, including leading projects and people. Preferred Skills And Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline or another related field. Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint. Proficiency in asset management software. Experience managing budgets. Experience maintaining cranes and SPMTs. Experience managing third‑party vendors. Experience negotiating contracts and comparing service costs to achieve maximum value. Ability to work independently with little direction. Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing priorities environment. Ability to anticipate needs and develop innovative solutions for continuous improvement. Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering, production, build, and support teams. Additional Requirements Must be willing to work long hours, nights, and weekends with limited notice to meet the business needs. Provide 24/7 on‑call support of all critical activities and emergency situations. Stand: Up to 6 hours per day. Sit: Up to 6 hours per day. Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day. Overhead reach: Up to 6 hours per day. Walk: Up to 6 hours per day. Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day. Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day. Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day. Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day. Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees for 6 hours or greater per day. Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre‑employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review. 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 (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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr SpaceX

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