Environmental Health & Safety Specialist; Falcon​/Dragon

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Falcon/Dragon)

Hawthorne, CA

Space

X 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 Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

• Play an active role in emergency response planning
• Execute industrial hygiene studies to analyze manufacturing byproducts against associated human health thresholds
• Calibrate and service a wide array of EHS instrumentation
• Perform safety inspections and address deficiencies to mitigate risk
• Functional testing of active and passive machine guarding devices in a wide array of applications
• Create lockout/tagout procedures for complex work cells and industrial machinery
• Design and deploy high‑resolution EHS signage throughout Space
  
  X locations
• Qualify PPE requirements through in‑depth hazard analysis and review of consensus agency standards (NIOSH, ANSI, etc.)
• Monitor safety equipment stockpiles to ensure supplies are always readily available

• Bachelor’s degree OR High school diploma, or equivalency certificate, with 4+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health and safety programs

• Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Certification
• Dedication to the mission of making humanity multiplanetary
• A sense of curiosity for how things work
• Mechanically inclined and capable of comprehending basic principles of modern machinery
• 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
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven track record of strong organizational skills and multi‑tasking capabilities

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted
• 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

Pay range:

• Environmental Health & Safety Specialist/Level I: $30.00 – $38.00 per hour
• Environmental Health & Safety Specialist/Level II: $34.00 – $43.00 per hour
• Environmental Health & Safety Specialist/Level III: $38.00 – $48.00 per hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  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 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.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or 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.

Space

X is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Space

X 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.