Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Paramedic)

SpaceX•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

SpaceX’s Environmental Health & Safety Specialist will support the recovery of flown spaceflight hardware through off- and on-shore operations, helping protect SpaceX teams and the environment. The role also serves as a licensed paramedic during offshore operations, providing medical interventions in offshore and marine environments as needed. The specialist supports recovery operations involving Falcon 9, Dragon, and/or Starship, including at-sea and dockside recovery and post-processing, Falcon 9 landing operations, and transportation of recovered flight hardware. The position oversees safety programs and inspections, supports investigations and corrective actions, and manages environmental compliance, hazardous and non-hazardous waste, and spill-prevention requirements. The job requires working in extreme outdoor environments, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and open ocean, and may require overtime and extended hours to meet critical deadlines. Applicants must meet U.S. government export-authorization requirements and pass specified background checks, examinations, recertifications, and drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
Certified Paramedic (NREMT or State of Florida).
ACLS and CPR certification, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
At least 2 years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health, and safety programs.
At least 4 years of experience managing emergency-response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil, and water, as well as technical-rescue incidents.
Ability to pass an Air Force background check.
Ability to pass relevant USCG examinations and federal-facility background checks, and to complete recertifications and chemical testing.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
Willingness to work in extreme outdoor environments, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and open ocean.
Willingness to work overtime and extended hours when needed to meet critical deadlines.
Must meet U.S. government export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Current, non-expired USCG license.
Experience in offshore EHS and paramedic environments.
Experience using Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Experience using and training others on scaffolding, cranes, forklifts, boom and scissor lifts, lifting straps and slings, and fall-protection equipment.
Demonstrated propensity for hands-on work and attention to detail in academic or career pursuits.
Ability to multitask, manage shifting priorities, and follow through on projects with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a construction or industrial environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with technicians and engineers.
Ability to work in a high-concentration, fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as the medical point of contact during offshore operations and perform medical interventions as required in offshore and marine environments.
Recognize applicable requirements and ensure compliance with safety programs and standards, including hazard communication, slip/trip/fall prevention, fall protection, confined space, hot work, respiratory protection, LOTO, machine guarding, tools, electrical safety, emergency showers and eyewash, line-of-fire hazards, and chemical management.
Conduct respiratory training and fit tests.
Identify workplace safety hazards and conditions related to job tasks.
Create and maintain job hazard analyses and PPE assessments.
Perform and document safety inspections and assist with accident and mishap investigations.
Document and follow through on corrective actions for identified unsafe conditions.
Support at-sea and dockside recovery and post-processing operations for Dragon and Falcon 9, Falcon 9 landing operations, and transportation of recovered flight hardware; support recovery operations for Falcon 9, Dragon, and/or Starship.
Develop, implement, and maintain environmental policies in accordance with applicable EPA, USCG, DOT, RCRA, and other regulatory requirements.
Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste, including DOT and RCRA requirements and proper handling, labeling, and storage.
Monitor and track company EPA hazardous-waste records and ensure they are completed appropriately.
Conduct environmental compliance and due diligence audits.
Perform spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC) inspections as required.
Monitor waste at satellite accumulation areas, move full containers to the Central Accumulation Area, maintain waste logs, and conduct weekly satellite accumulation area inspections.
Recognize construction or industrial stormwater requirements and SPCC requirements, and address spills in a compliant manner.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
Accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to company policy, which satisfies or exceeds applicable legal accrual, carryover, and use requirements.