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Environmental Health & Safety Engineer, Contractor Management

Join SpaceX as an EHS Engineer to develop contractor management safety programs and support operational teams globally.

Location
Hawthorne, CA
Compensation
$95k–$125k/yr
Level
mid
Type
contract

Posted by employer 3 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 2 days ago

Last verified on the company career page 15 hours ago

What you'll build

  • Develop and implement contractor management safety programs
  • Conduct site assessments, audits, hazard analyses, and safety inspections
  • Respond to urgent safety concerns and support incident investigations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance
  • Champion a strong safety culture

Must have

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 3+ years of experience in EHS disciplines

Nice to have

  • 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in high-risk environments
  • Demonstrated experience in managing contractor safety management programs
  • Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent)

Practical constraints

  • Willingness and ability to travel 50%+ domestically and internationally
  • Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends

Requirements

Experience
3–5 years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Visa
No sponsorship (stated in posting)

Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

The Environmental Health & Safety Engineer for Contractor Management at SpaceX focuses on developing and implementing safety programs for contractors while providing expert EHS support to the Business Operations team. This role requires a strong background in environmental health and safety, with a preference for candidates experienced in high-risk environments and contractor safety management. Ideal candidates are autonomous decision-makers with excellent communication skills, suited for a dynamic and fast-paced organization. The position involves significant collaboration across teams and may require extensive travel.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed 2 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 26, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page September 28, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 3 other locations at SpaceX: McGregor, TX, Bastrop, TX, Starbase, TX.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$126,844).
  • Starts above 23% of 1246 comparable mid other roles in United States we track (median $105,000 across 178 companies).

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $95,000–$125,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
3–5 years of relevant experience for this Environmental Health & Safety Engineer, Contractor Management role.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Contract for this Environmental Health & Safety Engineer, Contractor Management role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

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 ENGINEER, CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT

We are seeking a highly capable and self-motivated EHS professional to join our Business Operations team. This role is critical in delivering proactive environmental, health, and safety support across a dynamic and fast-paced organization. The ideal candidate is a confident, autonomous operator who thrives while working with minimal supervision and possesses a strong customer service mindset. This position requires a proactive safety leader who can effectively support field teams, leadership, and operational stakeholders both domestically and internationally.

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 as needed.
  • 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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 3+ years of experience in the design, development and operational oversight of environmental, health and safety disciplines

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Demonstrated experience in managing contractor safety management programs
  • 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in high-risk or industrial environments
  • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal direction and make sound decisions in the field
  • Strong customer service orientation with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proven experience supporting business operations or field-based teams
  • Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and international EHS regulations
  • Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent) strongly preferred
  • Excellent organizational, presentation, training and communication skills
  • Experience with interpreting, applying, and documenting federal, state, and local safety regulations
  • Experience with emergency response communication and incident management
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)
  • Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed
  • If not local to a SpaceX site relocation will be necessary
  • Willingness and ability to travel 50%+ domestically and internationally

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00
Level 2: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00

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:

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