Global Dangerous Goods Leader — Compliance & Ops

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical, vision, dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Company shuttles

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Global Logistics Lead (Dangerous Goods) to own DG policies, controls, and processes ensuring safe, compliant transportation across air, ocean, and ground networks. You will work with internal teams, carriers, regulators, and consultants to enforce safety and enable new transport models supporting Starlink's rapid growth.

Ideal candidates bring strong regulatory expertise, practical operations judgment, and the ability to simplify complex DG requirements into scalable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years in compliance, audit, or risk management.
• 5+ years managing air, ground, and ocean dangerous goods shipments.
• 3+ years with U.S. and international DG regulations and import/export compliance.
• Current valid certifications: DOT, IATA, and IMDG.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve DG policies, procedures, and controls for air, ocean, and ground transportation.
• Serve as SME on IATA, 49 CFR, IMDG, and related DG regulations.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Drive scalable solutions and metric-based continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators, industry associations, and partners.
• Partner with senior leadership to align policy, risk posture, and operational controls.
• Support new business opportunities with clear regulatory guidance.

Skills

Regulatory expertise

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional leadership

DG compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Global Logistics Lead (Dangerous Goods) to own DG policies, controls, and processes ensuring safe, compliant transportation across air, ocean, and ground networks. You will work with internal teams, carriers, regulators, and consultants to enforce safety and enable new transport models supporting Starlink's rapid growth.

Ideal candidates bring strong regulatory expertise, practical operations judgment, and the ability to simplify complex DG requirements into scalable