SpaceX · 4 months ago
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Satellites)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $48/hr
4+ years expSpaceX 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. As part of the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team, the Environmental Health & Safety Specialist will provide technical EHS support to satellite manufacturing teams, ensuring safe work conditions for employees.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree; OR High school diploma or equivalency certificate, with 4+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health, and safety program
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
Preferred
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.)
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
Recent News
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