Ark Vessel Deck Crew - Crane Operator

SpaceX • Cape Canaveral, FL

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About The Position

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.
ARK VESSEL DECK CREW - CRANE OPERATOR
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work closely with team leadership and vessel mates to perform necessary topside duties at sea and in-port to support space hardware recovery
Responsible for the cleanliness and vessel preservation process improvements
Support a range of operations including, but not limited to: routine vessel rounds, mooring/unmooring vessels, laying, rigging, assisting with crane operations, operating NOV knuckle boom cranes
Perform daily/weekly maintenance tasks for deck equipment while the vessel is offshore and in-port
Assist the Duty Engineer or Mate on Watch as needed
Assist recovery missions, working with SpaceX recovery engineers and technicians
Operate the NOV Knuckle Boom crane in support of space hardware recovery missions and vessel operations

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
• Valid STCW Medical Certificate
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Position requires a Merchant Mariner credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with 46 CFR 16 and 49 CFR 40
• Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations as necessary; role may require travel
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience working with vessel navigation in accordance with United States Coast Guard (USCG) standards of training, certification, and watch-keeping (STCW)
• Professional experience working offshore within a medical or fire-protection related role
• 3+ years of professional experience working in a role that deals with examinations or licensing-efforts with US Coast Guard (USCG) and/or American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) regulations
• 3+ years of experience operating Knuckle Boom cranes at sea
• Knowledge of vessel management systems, safety management systems, and regulatory programs such as OPA 90, MARPOL, ABS, etc.
• Willing to work outdoors and in maritime environments, and able to work flexible hours during mission support periods

Responsibilities

• Work closely with team leadership and vessel mates to perform necessary topside duties at sea and in-port to support space hardware recovery
• Responsible for the cleanliness and vessel preservation process improvements
• Support a range of operations including, but not limited to: routine vessel rounds, mooring/unmooring vessels, laying, rigging, assisting with crane operations, operating NOV knuckle boom cranes
• Perform daily/weekly maintenance tasks for deck equipment while the vessel is offshore and in-port
• Assist the Duty Engineer or Mate on Watch as needed
• Assist recovery missions, working with SpaceX recovery engineers and technicians
• Operate the NOV Knuckle Boom crane in support of space hardware recovery missions and vessel operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees