Production Scheduler, Precision Machining (Starlink)

SpaceX — Woodinville, US — cdi

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Published on 1 September 2026 · first appeared in our records on 2 September 2026.

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Advertised salary: 82000 USD.

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<div class="content-intro"><p>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&nbsp;enabling human life on Mars.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">PRODUCTION SCHEDULER, PRECISION MACHINING (STARLINK)</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">As a Production Scheduler within the SpaceX Precision Machining team, you will identify, develop, and implement tactical and strategic schedules to enable production to set and achieve manufacturing targets.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The ideal candidate will have a broad understanding of data analytics and scheduling within a machine shop environment, with the desire and capability to take on new challenges.</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Work with production and engineering to own machining cell scheduling</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Provide tactical and strategic long range scheduling expertise to our machining operations team </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate and review input from engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and business development to support and maintain master schedules for tooling components using Microsoft Office or applicable software as required </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Work across all departments to understand critical work requests ahead and behind targets to mitigate schedule impact risks </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Work across all departments to ensure MRP dates align with current production needs </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Utilize scheduling applications and other applicable tools to ensure work is scheduled and prioritized accurately and efficiently, and resources allocated appropriately </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Prepare daily work schedules, track work progress, update and communicate project critical path schedules, and advise leadership of needed adjustments to daily work activities </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support accuracy of internal logistics movement of critical work </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Push/pull work into the shop to improve lead times, reduce stagnation, and meet schedule needs </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Utilize production, operations planning, and engineering support to eliminate internal and external blockers to deliver&nbsp;product&nbsp;on time </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Remain abreast and knowledgeable regarding applicable facilities and manpower </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead efforts to uncover root-cause and develop permanent resolution on issues found during product builds as required </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Identify and support improvement opportunities for product yield, quality, safety, cost and team efficiency </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and support efforts to streamline assigned components and automate production processes as applicable </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Organize and communicate the daily priorities to the supervisor and team as required </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Provide daily visibility, weekly status, and monthly reviews on schedule performance </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Create and leverage metrics using queries and Excel to highlight shortages and determine schedule risks </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">High school diploma or equivalency certificate </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">2+ years of manufacturing scheduling experience </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">4+ years of scheduling experience&nbsp;in a machine shop environment </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">2+ years of practical experience with ERP/MRP systems in a production environment </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Proficiency with Microsoft Excel </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience writing queries with SQL </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with lean principles, six sigma and kaizen concepts </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Project management professional certification </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must be available for all shifts, extended hours, and weekends as needed </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted</span></li> </ul> <strong>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:</strong><br><br> Pay Range:<br> Level 1: $82,000.00 - $95,000.00<br>Level 2: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00<br><br> <p>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.</p> <p>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 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>ITAR REQUIREMENTS:</strong></p> <ul> <li>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 <a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&amp;sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987">here</a>. &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>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.</p> <p>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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:EEOCompliance@spacex.com">EEOCompliance@spacex.com</a><em>.&nbsp;</em></p></div>