Pilot

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an in-house pilot to operate and support aircraft both domestically and internationally from local airports. The role involves on-call availability and travel within a 2–4 hour radius of LAX as needed.

Qualified candidates will have 3,000+ total flight hours, a current first class medical certificate, and a G650 type rating with at least 500 hours in type. FAA requirements and ITAR considerations apply.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Ensure aircraft ground servicing items are monitored and accomplished according to SOPs.
• Complete flight planning, performance, and weight and balance tasks.
• Complete passenger briefings according to company policy and regulation.
• Utilize briefing methodology to mitigate operational risks.
• Maintain a current first class medical certificate.

Skills

Flight hours 3000+

First class medical certificate

G650 type rating

500+ hours time in type

Education

High school diploma

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

• 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
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
• 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.