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.

SUPERVISOR, RECOVERY OPERATIONS

The West Coast recovery team is responsible for recovering Falcon 9 and Payload fairings on land and at sea. The scope of the team includes the design, development, testing, planning, and execution of recovery missions for both our F9 launch vehicle and payload fairings. We are looking for organized and outside-the-box thinkers who are not afraid to go on an adventure or get their hands dirty.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and train recovery technicians so they can perform the rocket and fairing operations safely and reliably.
• Own schedule and coordination of all personnel and dock operations to support Falcon 9 and fairing recovery. This includes offshore mission operations, dockside vessel maintenance, offload and delivery of flight hardware back to the launch site in Vandenberg, and general dock/warehouse organization.
• Own regulatory/audit compliance, personnel safety, security, and mission readiness for the recovery technician team, vessel fleet, and dock.
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on all aspects of recovery vessels and recovery hardware.
• Improve upon current recovery methods; find ways to make it safer, cheaper, faster, more efficient, and more reliable.
• Assist in the development of recovery capabilities by collaborating with post-processing sites, east coast recovery, and contracted vendors to develop the training and organization to grow the skills of the team.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate. 
• 2+ years of experience working in a technical, hands-on capacity focused on testing and/or troubleshooting mechanical, fluid and/or electrical systems.
• 1+ years of prior leadership experience leading teams, projects or people.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 5+ years of professional experience as a mechanic or hands-on technician.
• 2+ years of experience managing 5+ employees.
• 3+ years of professional experience with rocket launch and recovery operations.
• 3+ years of experience with off-shore operations.
• Professional experience within testing environment, focused on setting test objectives, writing test plans, and hands-on testing.
• Hands-on experience building, maintaining, and modifying equipment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Comfortable supporting offshore operations without getting debilitating sea-sickness.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces.
• Must be able to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, climbing hand over hand, and lifting 25 lbs.
• Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, wind, open ocean.
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
• Ability to work on offshore vessels for extended duration without access to services normally available on shore.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg.
• Must be able to travel for short and extended trips as needed.
• Standard hours for this shift are 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:        

Pay range:    Supervisor: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year    

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, stock options, 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.