Supervisor, Critical Transport (Starship)
On-siteStarbase, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Lead a team of critical transport technicians specializing in heavy transport operations for Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. Review work instructions, assess skillsets, and develop training programs to ensure seamless progression through multi-shift schedules. Manage labor resources, monitor overtime, and implement improvement plans to drive production results and optimize manpower efficiency. Own the safety culture, quality, and performance of all team members while maintaining tooling and consumable supply inventories. Conduct regular audits to continuously improve processes and foster cooperation across departments. This role requires 8+ years in heavy transport operations, valid driver's license, and availability for extended hours, weekends, and rotating shifts.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 8+ years of experience in Heavy Transport Operations
- 5+ years of experience leading Heavy Transport Teams
- Must have a valid driver's license
- 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. (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 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 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
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee (or eligible for required authorizations)
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee (or eligible for required authorizations)
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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