Global Logistics Lead (Dangerous Goods)

Spacex; Hawthorne (CA); In loco; USD 115.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Stock options

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Disability & life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation (3 weeks) & holidays (10

Employee discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

SpaceX is seeking a Global Logistics Lead (Dangerous Goods) to own the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of DG policies and controls across air, ocean, and ground networks. You will partner with internal teams, carriers, regulators, and consultants to drive safety, compliance, and scalable transportation solutions for SpaceX operations.

The role requires strong regulatory expertise, operational judgment, and the ability to translate complex DG requirements into clear processes that

Competenze

• 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.

Mansioni

• 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 DG regulations.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Drive scalable solutions and metric-based continuous improvement that reduce risk and support growth.
• 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.

Conoscenze

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Risk management

Stakeholder influence

Policy development

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Strumenti

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

GLOBAL LOGISTICS LEAD (DANGEROUS GOODS)

SpaceX is looking for a highly motivated Dangerous Goods (DG) Lead, known internally as a Global Logistics Lead to join the Logistics team. This role owns the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of DG policies, controls, and processes to ensure safe, compliant, and scalable transportation of dangerous goods across air, ocean, and ground networks.

You will partner closely with internal teams, carriers, consultants, and regulators to drive safety and compliance across the company while enabling new transportation models that support Starlink’s rapid growth. Success in this role requires strong regulatory expertise, operational judgment, and the ability to turn complex requirements into clear, scalable processes.

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

BASIC 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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong experience with lithium battery transportation and classification
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth logistics or aerospace environment
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20-25%
• This position is based in Bastrop, TX or Redmond/Woodinville, WA, or Hawthorne, CA and requires regular onsite presence

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Range:

Level 3: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00

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.

• 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.