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.
SUPERVISOR, DRAGON RECOVERY OPERATIONS, LONG BEACH
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead a team of recovery technicians dedicated to Dragon Recovery operations and responsible for the overall success of cargo and crew recovery missions
- Coordinate personnel and support for Dragon recovery and other operations as needed
- Recruit, hire, train, develop and evaluate technicians
- Interact with other departments, vendors and external agencies to arrange support, meet requirements and achieve success
- Assure regulatory compliance, personnel safety, security and mission readiness
- Maintain AS9100 work area including maintenance and documentation of calibrated tools, certified rigging and ground support equipment
- Oversee maintenance of recovery and marine systems including descaling, painting, lubrication and cleaning
- Lead and participate in Dragon recovery training operations, mission execution, and vehicle processing
- Participate in other recovery operations as required including but not limited to Falcon and Starship recovery operations
- Improve upon operations, making them less expensive, faster, safer, more efficient, and reliable
- Oversee the processing of flight hardware while ensuring quality, workmanship and adherence to applicable specifications and work instructions
- Manage administrative responsibilities such as timecards, time off requests, personnel qualifications and team organizational tasks
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of experience as an engineer, fabricator, mechanic, technician or operations lead
- 3+ years of experience with testing and troubleshooting mechanical, fluids or electrical systems (high or low voltage)
- 3+ years of experience in a leadership role
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
- Ability to work on offshore vessels at sea for extended durations without access to emergency services or facilities available on shore
- Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments including heat, cold, rain, wind and open ocean
- Willing to train, lead operations and work with toxic and flammable chemicals
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Experience leading high performing teams
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- Experience with enterprise resource planning and management software
- Experience in creating and developing work authorization documents, job hazard assessments and test plans
- Experience working in self-contained atmospheric protective ensemble (SCAPE), LEVEL A hazmat suit, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), hardline respirator and other HAZMAT PPE
- Experience with hypergolic fluids systems
- Experience operating forklifts, cranes, heavy equipment and rigging
- Experience with rocket launch and recovery operations
- Experience with offshore operations
- Past work experience, internships, or projects involving aerospace vehicles/payloads, automotive, aircraft, or marine systems
- Creative, innovative, and self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and communication skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to travel >50% for the first year to train at Cape Canaveral
- Ability to work in a fast pace, high-stress environment
- Position may require long hours (10-12+ hour days) and weekend work
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
- Ability to pass a self-contained atmospheric protective ensemble (SCAPE) physical fitness test
- Must have a valid driver’s license
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Supervisor: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year
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 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- 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 here.
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.
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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
