EHS Technician: Launch Safety & Regulatory Compliance

SpaceX; Vandenberg Air Force Base Launch Facility 02 (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Discretionary bonuses

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Technician for our Vandenberg launch facility. You will implement regulatory requirements (OSHA, RCRA, EPA, DOT) and work with engineers to ensure safety and environmental objectives for launch cadence.

The role covers hazardous waste handling, spill prevention, site safety surveys, and training programs. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role at a major aerospace site with relocation if needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience implementing and overseeing aspects related to an environmental, health and safety program.
• Experience in construction/industrial environments.
• Experience with hazardous waste handling and regulations.
• Ability to relocate to Vandenberg, CA and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure environmental compliance with AQMD, EPA/RCRA, DOT and CUPA.
• Handle hazardous waste storage and satellite accumulation areas.
• Maintain 90‑day logs, waste sign‑in sheets, and related records.
• Coordinate waste shipments with EHS supervisor and contractor.
• Implement SPCC plan and maintain spill response supplies.
• Perform safety inspections and audit compliance.
• Assist in accident investigations and emergency training drills.
• Support day‑to‑day and long‑term EHS activities for launch operations.

Skills

EHS program management

Hazardous waste management

Safety inspections

Emergency response

Cal OSHA exposure monitoring

Boots on the ground safety

Safety training

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Technician for our Vandenberg launch facility. You will implement regulatory requirements (OSHA, RCRA, EPA, DOT) and work with engineers to ensure safety and environmental objectives for launch cadence.

The role covers hazardous waste handling, spill prevention, site safety surveys, and training programs. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role at a major aerospace site with relocation if needed.