Supervisor, Critical Transport (Starship)

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. SUPERVISOR, CRITICAL TRANSPORT (STARSHIP) The Critical Transport Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of Technicians for Starship and Super Heavy vehicles.

The Critical Transport Supervisor is the most influential person on-site to drive progress on an hour-by-hour and day-by-day basis.

Requirements

where necessary. The Supervisor is also a key enabler to a productive, fun, and hard-working culture. For this role specifically, the Supervisor must be an inspiring leader, often working side by side with the Critical Lift team.

: Must have a valid driver’s license Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, noise, and varying weather conditions Must be available to work extended hours, weekends, and rotating shifts (day: 6 AM–6 PM; night: 6 PM–6 AM) as site operational needs dictate; flexibility required Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed - up to 5% travel 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 ≤ 50 lbs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Manage a team of critical transport technicians who specialize in heavy transport operations Review work instructions and make change recommendations when needed Assess and vet appropriate skillsets as needed Identify training needs and develop training programs Provide required data and reporting to support departmental metrics and improvement objectives Monitor labor hours and overtime, and implement improvement plans and time management with staff Accomplish production results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising job results Effectively organize, assign and track work/deliverables for the team, ensuring seamless progression through multi-shift work schedules Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between departments Own safety culture, quality and performance of all team members Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory Continuously improve processes and manpower efficiency, utilization and productivity and conduct regular audits.

QUALIFICATIONS

: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 8+ years of experience in Heavy Transport Operations 5+ years of experience leading Heavy Transport Teams PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience with heavy transport operations, including Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs), Goldhofer, K25, multi-axle trailers, and oversized load movement Strong knowledge of load securement, rigging, and tie-down standards Ability to develop, review, and execute detailed transport plans in coordination with engineering teams Proficiency in heavy equipment operation, inspection, and maintenance Strong working knowledge of transport signals, communications, and safety protocols Experience in high-paced, high-reliability environments with rapid role changes and multi-shift coordination Familiarity with oversized/overweight load permitting, route surveying, and escort coordination Experience leading teams in aerospace, heavy manufacturing, or large-scale construction/assembly environments Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, 5S) applied to transport processes ADDITIONAL