Senior EHS Engineer: Contractor Safety & Field Operations

InvestedintheMission; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Engineer, Contractor Management, to lead contractor safety programs across the organization. You will partner with supply, legal, and operations to implement safety initiatives and support field teams globally.

The role requires 5+ years in EHS, strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA, and the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision. Domestic/international travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in the design, development and operational oversight of environmental, health and safety disciplines
• Experience managing contractor safety programs
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and international EHS regulations
• Certifications CSP, CIH, CHMM or equivalent preferred
• Willingness to travel 50%+ domestically and internationally
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal direction in the field

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement contractor management safety programs across the organization
• Collaborate with supply, legal and operational partners to drive program success
• Provide expert EHS support to the Business Operations team, acting as a trusted advisor and safety partner
• Travel as needed to engage and coordinate with suppliers, contractors and internal teams
• Conduct site assessments, audits, hazard analyses, and safety inspections with minimal oversight
• Develop and implement safety programs, training, and risk mitigation strategies tailored to operational needs
• Respond to urgent safety concerns and support incident investigations across multiple locations
• Champion a strong safety culture while balancing operational demands and timelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement

Skills

Autonomy in field

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Contractor management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/environmental field

Safety certifications (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Engineer, Contractor Management, to lead contractor safety programs across the organization. You will partner with supply, legal, and operations to implement safety initiatives and support field teams globally.

The role requires 5+ years in EHS, strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA, and the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision. Domestic/international travel is expected.