Transport Technician

Transport Technician

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.

Responsibilities :

• Coordinates and safely transports flight modules from origin to destination
• Is responsible for the entire transport crew and support staff during transit and hand-off operations, including accompanying SpaceX personnel (logistics technicians, tiller operators, spotters) and outside contracted vendors (truck drivers, pole cars, private escorts)
• Review all transportation documentation before departure to ensure transport strategy is in proper order for flight vehicle transport (permits, height checklist, pre / post trip); prepare contingency plans to mitigate risk
• Travels with the assigned flight module at all times (Hawthorne, CA to McGregor, TX; Hawthorne, CA to Cape Canaveral, FL; Hawthorne, CA to Vandenberg, CA; McGregor, TX to Cape Canaveral, FL; and McGregor, TX to Vandenberg, CA)
• Provides input and recommendations in compliance with DOT / CFR (Department of Transportation) and CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) regulations for logistics and manufacturing for development and improvements to new and existing transport hardware
• Evaluate in-transit risks and provide on-site solutions such as routing, repairs, escorts, and / or drivers to alleviate risks
• Utilizes master production schedule to coordinate resources, ensuring teams and transport hardware / equipment are available
• Oversees the accurate compilation and recording of pre-, daily, and post-trip inspections, security meetings, permit / route reviews, and procedural adherence
• Develops, documents, and coordinates work instructions with logistics management teams to ensure efficient packaging of flight vehicles, modules, and equipment is maintained
• Creates and maintains reports, presentations, and metrics as required to add value to the organization and company development
• Manages the development and implementation of annual and long-term objectives for logistic activities, and participates in the development of these objectives
• Makes recommendations to logistics management to improve the health, timing, and safety of all movements
• Communicates with internal teams and suppliers
• Continuously generates ideas to improve our systems and processes

Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Skills and Experience :

Additional Requirements :

Compensation and Benefits :

Pay range : Transport Technician / Level 1 : $22.00 - $24.50 / hour Transport Technician / Level 2 : $24.50 - $29.00 / hour Transport Technician / Level 3 : $28.50 - $35.00 / hour

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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.