Role Overview
SpaceX is hiring a mid-level Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Falcon/Dragon). This is a full-time role in Hawthorne. Part of SpaceX's Risk hiring, posted 3 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Salary Context
Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Risk roles is $100k-$140k (based on 315 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.
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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.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST (FALCON/DRAGON)
As part of the SpaceX Environmental Health & Safety team, you will play a pivotal role in providing technical EHS support to a wide array of launch vehicle manufacturing teams. As a tactical extension of the EHS engineering team, you will serve to reinforce safe work and work conditions for our most valuable assets, our employees.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Play an active role in emergency response planning
- Execute industrial hygiene studies to analyze manufacturing byproducts against associated human health thresholds
- Calibrate and service a wide array of EHS instrumentation
- Perform safety inspections and address deficiencies to mitigate risk
- Functional testing of active and passive machine guarding devices in a wide array of applications
- Create lockout/tagout procedures for complex work cells and industrial machinery
- Design and deploying high resolution EHS signage throughout SpaceX locations
- Qualify PPE requirements through in-depth hazard analysis and review of consensus agency standards (NIOSH/ANSI etc.)
- Monitor safety equipment strongholds to ensure supplies are always made readily available
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree OR High school diploma, or equivalency certificate, with 4+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health and safety programs
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Certification
- Dedication to the mission of making humanity multiplanetary
- A sense of curiosity for how things work
- Mechanically inclined and capable of comprehending basic principles of modern machinery
- High level of emotional intelligence and ability to adapt communication styles with all levels of the company
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to accept constructive criticism and quickly course correct
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Proven track record of strong organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities
- BCSP certification (ASP, CSP, SMS, OHST etc.)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted
- Willingness to work extended hours when needed to meet critical deadlines
- Ability to pass relevant USCG examinations, federal facility background checks, re-certifications, and chemical testing
- Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 1: $33.00 - $39.00
Level 2: $37.00 - $44.00
Level 3: $41.00 - $50.00
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.
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 Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Falcon/Dragon) position at SpaceX?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to SpaceX. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Falcon/Dragon) position at SpaceX located?
This position is based in Hawthorne. SpaceX has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Falcon/Dragon) at SpaceX earn?
SpaceX has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Falcon/Dragon) role at SpaceX posted?
This role was posted on July 20, 2026 (3 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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