What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ark Vessel Deck Officer - 2nd / 3rd Mate (Marine Operations) position at SpaceX?
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 OFFICER - 2ND / 3RD MATE (MARINE OPERATIONS)
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Sail in an Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) capacity on board Falcon Ark recovery vessels Bob and Doug
- Watch standing, deck work, regulatory paperwork, navigation, log keeping, assisting the recovery team with flight hardware, leading deck crew
- Dynamic Positioning Officer (DPO) : Successfully operate and control SpaceX drone ships as directed in support of all offshore missions needs while on watch as the DPO in shore-based location at Cape Canaveral. Responsible for DPO setup checks, maintaining an accurate DPO activities logbook, report and log DP anomalies, and ensuring compliance with appropriate programs and standards
- Sustain an environment of safety that integrates DPOs, vessel crews, and recovery specialists
- Be flexible and willing to contribute in different areas of the Marine Operations department
- Always maintain professional demeanor and communication, especially during watch-standing duties
- Adopt and adhere to SpaceX procedures in coordination, collaboration and communication
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COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :
Pay range :
Ark Vessel Deck Officer : $44,000 annual salary $650.00 per day worked
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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS :
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 .
Salary : $650 - $44,000
