Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

SpaceX; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer to support Cape Canaveral infrastructure development. You will provide expert EHS guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, and work closely with launch teams to manage complex safety reviews and hazard controls.

The role emphasizes hands-on safety program development, incident investigations, and ongoing collaboration with engineers to meet regulatory requirements and protect personnel and the environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience in EHS design, development, and operational oversight.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH and other regulations.
• Collaborate with leadership to complete job hazard assessments and implement policies.
• Monitor employee exposure to hazards and recommend remedial actions.
• Perform safety reviews with launch engineers and technician teams.
• Lead or assist incident investigations including root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain safety programs including OSHA standards, cryogenics, high pressure systems, confined space, fall protection, lock-out/tag-out, cranes and rigging.
• Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment for hazards and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety contingency plans.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Hazard assessment

Incident investigation

Safety program development

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER

As part of the SpaceX EHS team, you will provide timely, clear, and high-quality technical expertise and assist in the implementation of all environmental, health, and safety programs for the construction of Cape Canaveral’s future Starship spaceport infrastructure. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in both occupational safety and environmental fields, is hands‑on, and works well in a fast-paced environment. We work as a highly integrated team, and job responsibilities include supporting other programs to ensure the overall success of SpaceX.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and/or guidelines established by OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, and other applicable regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with department leadership to complete job hazard assessments and implement health and safety policies and procedures
• Monitor employee exposure to physical and chemical hazards and develop recommendations for remedial actions when safety policies are not met by employees
• Work closely with launch engineers and technician teams to perform detailed safety reviews of complex hazardous operations to ensure safe execution
• Lead or assist in all aspects of incident investigations including initial follow‑up, root cause analysis, and corrective action development and closure
• Implement and develop safety and health programs including but not limited to:
• OSHA general industry and construction standards
• Cryogenics and high pressure systems
• Confined space, fall protection, NFPA 70E, and lock‑out/tag‑out
• Cranes and rigging
• Develop safety solutions to resolve EHS hazards/concerns within cost and schedule constraints following a safety order of precedence to include elimination, substitution, engineering controls, work practice controls, training, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure that safety of personnel, property, and the environment are within acceptable risk boundaries
• Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment in order to identify and correct potential hazards and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety contingency plans (fires, spills, etc.)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in the design, development, and general operational oversight of environmental, health, and safety disciplines

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s and/or bachelor’s degree in engineering, with an emphasis in mechanical, aerospace, and/or occupational health and safety
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License or military aircraft maintenance experience
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Demonstrated ability to research and apply the best industrial and working practices to provide effective services
• Knowledge of process safety management methods, pressure systems, and chemical delivery systems
• Knowledge of human space flight systems
• Strong knowledge and experience in interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations
• Experience with emergency‑response communication and incident management for incidents involving hazardous and non‑hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)
• Strong organizational and communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if you are not already local to the Cape Canaveral, FL area
• This position occasionally requires extended hours and weekend work when needed
• Must be able to pass an Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

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 Affifeative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].