EHS Engineer - Launch Operations & Compliance

SpaceX; Vandenberg Village (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental

401(k) plan

Stock options / incentives

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in California’s Vandenberg area seeks an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer to support Launch Operations at the SpaceX launch facility. You will assess hazards, investigate incidents, and implement health and safety policies to sustain a high cadence of launches.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in EHS disciplines, with experience in regulatory interpretation and environmental compliance. The job offers comprehensive benefits, stock options, and relocation if needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years in environmental health and safety disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance with Cal-OSHA, Federal OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, and Vandenberg AFB.
• Collaborate with leadership to complete job hazard assessments and implement policies.
• Participate in pre- and post-launch site hazardous operations.
• Monitor exposure to physical and chemical hazards and recommend remedial actions.
• Inspect facilities and equipment to identify hazards and implement guarding.
• Document safety observations from hazard identifications audits.
• Investigate accidents to determine root causes and preventive measures.
• Maintain compliance with EPA, CUPA, SBAQMD, RWQCB, CEQA, and NEPA regulations.
• Review new environmental laws and provide guidance to management.
• Maintain records for SCAQMD permits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Regulatory interpretation

Industrial hygiene

Emergency response

MS Office

Confined space entry

Fall protection

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SpaceX in California’s Vandenberg area seeks an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer to support Launch Operations at the SpaceX launch facility. You will assess hazards, investigate incidents, and implement health and safety policies to sustain a high cadence of launches.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in EHS disciplines, with experience in regulatory interpretation and environmental compliance. The job offers comprehensive benefits, stock options, and relocation if needed.