Environmental Health & Safety Engineer, Contractor Management

InvestedintheMission; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

Stock purchase plan

Medical, vision, and dental

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA seeks an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer focusing on contractor management to support a fast-paced, global operations network. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 3+ years in EHS with CSP/CIH/CHMM preferred.

You will develop safety programs, lead audits, and collaborate with supply, legal and operations, traveling domestically and internationally as needed. SpaceX offers comprehensive benefits and stock incentives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years designing and operating EHS programs.
• Experience managing contractor safety programs in industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA regulations and global EHS requirements.
• Proven ability to work autonomously with sound field judgment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement contractor management safety programs across the organization.
• Collaborate with supply, legal and operational partners to drive program success.
• Provide expert EHS support to the Business Operations team as safety advisor.
• Travel to engage suppliers, contractors and internal teams as needed.
• Conduct site assessments, audits, hazard analyses and safety inspections with minimal oversight.
• Develop and implement safety programs, training and risk mitigation strategies.
• Support incident investigations and emergency response coordination.
• Promote a strong safety culture while balancing operational timelines.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across locations.

Skills

Contractor safety management

Autonomous work

Regulatory compliance (OSHA/EPA)

Safety training & incident management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering

Certifications: CSP, CIH, CHMM or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 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, CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT

We are seeking a highly capable and self-motivated EHS professional to join our Business Operations team. This role is critical in delivering proactive environmental, health, and safety support across a dynamic and fast-paced organization. The ideal candidate is a confident, autonomous operator who thrives while working with minimal supervision and possesses a strong customer service mindset. This position requires a proactive safety leader who can effectively support field teams, leadership, and operational stakeholders both domestically and internationally.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement contractor management safety programs across the organization
• Collaborate with supply, legal and operational partners to drive program success
• Provide expert EHS support to the Business Operations team, acting as a trusted advisor and safety partner
• Travel as needed to engage and coordinate with suppliers, contractors and internal teams as needed.
• Conduct site assessments, audits, hazard analyses, and safety inspections with minimal oversight
• Develop and implement safety programs, training, and risk mitigation strategies tailored to operational needs
• Respond to urgent safety concerns and support incident investigations across multiple locations
• Champion a strong safety culture while balancing operational demands and timelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Demonstrated experience in managing contractor safety management programs
• 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in high-risk or industrial environments
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal direction and make sound decisions in the field
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven experience supporting business operations or field-based teams
• Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and international EHS regulations
• Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Excellent organizational, presentation, training and communication skills
• Experience with interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Experience with emergency response communication and incident management
• Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed
• If not local to a SpaceX site relocation will be necessary
• Willingness and ability to travel 50%+ domestically and internationally

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00
Level 2: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00

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 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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 Aff… or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].