Global Dangerous Goods Logistics Lead

InvestedintheMission; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health benefits (medical, vision, and

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Global Logistics Lead for Dangerous Goods to own DG policy, compliance, and processes across air, ocean, and ground transport. This senior role partners with internal teams and regulators to enable safe, scalable operations while managing risk and regulatory requirements.

You will lead policy development, drive audits, and collaborate with executives to align DG controls with business growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in compliance, audit, or risk management.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience managing air, ground, and ocean dangerous goods shipments.
• 3+ years of experience 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 the subject matter expert on IATA, 49 CFR, IMDG, and related U.S. and international DG regulations.
• Conduct internal audits of processes and documentation to ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Drive scalable solutions and metric-based continuous improvement that reduce risk and support business growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, industry associations, and key partners.
• Partner with senior leadership across organizations to align policy, risk posture, and operational controls.
• Support new business opportunities and transportation models with clear regulatory guidance.

Skills

DG compliance

Regulatory experience

Auditing

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

IATA

49 CFR

IMDG

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Global Logistics Lead for Dangerous Goods to own DG policy, compliance, and processes across air, ocean, and ground transport. This senior role partners with internal teams and regulators to enable safe, scalable operations while managing risk and regulatory requirements.

You will lead policy development, drive audits, and collaborate with executives to align DG controls with business growth.