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Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Satellites)

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Satellites)

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.

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Satellites)

As part of the SpaceX Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team, you will play a pivotal role in providing technical EHS support to our satellite manufacturing teams. As a tactical extension of the EHS engineering team, you will serve to reinforce safe work and work conditions for our most valuable assets, our employees.

Responsibilities:

Install air monitoring devices and associated PLC hardware integration

Calibrate and service a wide array of EHS instrumentation

Execute industrial hygiene studies to analyze manufacturing byproducts against associated human health thresholds

Design and deploy high-resolution EHS signage throughout SpaceX locations

Qualify PPE requirements through in-depth hazard analysis and review of consensus agency standards (NIOSH/ANSI, etc.)

Monitor air filtration efficacy and perform scheduled preventative maintenance

Functional testing of active and passive machine guarding devices in a wide array of applications

Document job hazard assessments (JHAs)

Perform safety inspections and address deficiencies to mitigate risk

Conduct incident investigations and provide recommendations for corrective action

Play an active role in emergency response planning

Facilitate employee classroom safety training

Create lockout/tagout procedures for complex work cells and industrial machinery

Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste to include proper handling, labeling, and storage

Monitor safety equipment strongholds to ensure supplies are always made readily available

Support environmental compliance as required by environmental teams

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree; OR High school diploma or equivalency certificate, with 4+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health, and safety program

Skills and Experience:

Mechanically inclined and capable of comprehending basic principles of modern machinery

A dedication to the mission of making humanity multiplanetary

A sense of curiosity for how things work

High level of emotional intelligence and ability to adapt communication styles with all levels of the company

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Ability to accept constructive criticism and quickly course correct

Proven track record of strong organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities

BCSP certification (ASP, CSP, SMS, OHST etc.)

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work split shift: Monday - Friday 10AM

7PM PT

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted

Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments

heat, cold, rain, wind, open ocean

Willingness to work extended hours when needed to meet critical deadlines

Ability to pass relevant USCG examinations, federal facility background checks, re-certifications, and chemical testing

Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay range:

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist /Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00/hour

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist /Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00/hour

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist /Level 3: $38.00 - $48.00/hour

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.

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, stock options, 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 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.

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Satellites)

United States
Full time

Published on 08/30/2025

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