Aerospace Flight Module Transport Lead

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical, Vision, Dental

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Transport Technician to coordinate and safely transport flight modules, lead the transport crew, and ensure compliance with DOT and CFR during all moves.

This role requires lifting, travel up to 25%, valid driver’s license, and the ability to review documentation, inspect loads, and optimize logistics. SpaceX offers competitive pay bands, stock incentives, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 1+ years of experience with load transport and inventory processes.
• 1+ years hands-on experience with preparing loads, rigging, and packaging.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and safely transport flight modules from origin to destination
• Lead the entire transport crew and support staff during transit and hand-off operations, including SpaceX personnel and contracted vendors
• Review all transportation documentation prior to departure to confirm the transport strategy meets requirements for flight vehicle transport
• Travel with the assigned flight module to multiple destinations (Hawthorne, CA to McGregor, TX; Hawthorne, CA to Cape Canaveral, FL; Hawthorne, CA to Vandenberg, CA)
• Provide input and recommendations in compliance with DOT and CFR on logistics and manufacturing processes
• Evaluate in-transit risks and deliver on-site solutions for routing, repairs, escorts, and drivers
• Use the master production schedule to coordinate resources and ensure teams, transport hardware, and equipment are available when needed
• Oversee accurate completion and documentation of daily pre- and post-trip inspections, security meetings, permit and route reviews
• Develop, document, and maintain work instructions with logistics management to ensure consistent and efficient packaging
• Create and maintain reports, presentations, and performance metrics to support improvement
• Manage the development and implementation of annual and long-term objectives for logistics activities
• Recommend improvements to logistics management that enhance safety, timing, and reliability
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to systems and processes

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Transport Technician to coordinate and safely transport flight modules, lead the transport crew, and ensure compliance with DOT and CFR during all moves.

This role requires lifting, travel up to 25%, valid driver’s license, and the ability to review documentation, inspect loads, and optimize logistics. SpaceX offers competitive pay bands, stock incentives, and comprehensive benefits.