Pilot

Spacex; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an experienced Pilot for in-house flying duties. The role involves operating from domestic and international airports, performing flight planning, weight and balance, and passenger briefings in accordance with company procedures.

Candidates must hold a first class medical certificate, have 3,000+ hours total flight time, and be able to travel within a 2–4 hour radius to LAX, with ITAR compliance as part of the eligibility criteria.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 3,000+ hours total flight time.
• First class medical certificate.

Responsibilities

• Ensure aircraft ground servicing items monitored and handled per SOPs.
• Complete flight planning, performance, and weight/balance tasks for each assignment.
• Conduct passenger briefings per policy and regulations.
• Use Threats, Plans, and Considerations briefing method to mitigate risks.
• Maintain a current first class medical certificate.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

First class medical certificate

Tools

Boeing 737 type rating

G650 type rating

500+ hours time in type

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.

PILOT

SpaceX is looking for an in-house pilot for various aircraft. You will have the opportunity to fly both domestically and internationally from local airports.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure aircraft ground servicing items such as fuel, oil, oxygen, etc. are monitored and accomplished according to standard operating procedures
• Complete flight planning, performance, and weight and balance tasks for each assignment
• Complete passenger briefings according to company policy and regulation
• Utilize Threats, Plans, and Considerations briefing methodology for briefings and to mitigate operational risks
• Maintain a current first class medical certificate

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3,000+ hours total flight time
• First class medical certificate

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Boeing 737 type rating
• G650 type rating
• 500+ hours time in type

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Within 2-4 hour travel distance to LAX
• Ability to work on an on-call basis
• Current passport
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

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].