Vessel Crew (Marine Operations)

VESSEL CREW - QMED, MATES, ABLE BODIED SEAMAN, AB (MARINE OPERATIONS)

The Marine Operations team at SpaceX is looking for an Able Bodied Seaman as a rotational mariner aboard our Dragon Recovery vessels. This role is a dynamic opportunity to support a variety of shipboard and shoreside projects to help ensure mission readiness and success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with team leadership and vessel mates to perform necessary topside duties at sea and in-port to support space hardware recovery
• Responsible for the cleanliness and vessel preservation process improvements
• Support a range of operations including, but not limited to: routine vessel rounds, mooring/unmooring vessels, laying, rigging, assisting with crane operations
• Perform daily/weekly vessel on-deck operations while the vessel is offshore and in-port
• Assist the Duty Engineer as needed
• Assist recovery missions, working with SpaceX recovery engineers and technicians

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)/license - Able Bodied Seaman Special or higher
• Valid USCG Medical Certification

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Professional experience working with vessel navigation in accordance with United States Coast Guard (USCG) standards of training, certification, and watch-keeping (STCW)
• Professional experience working offshore within a medical or fire-protection related role
• Active/current US Coast Guard medical certificate/license
• 3 years of professional experience working in a role that deals with examinations or licensing-efforts with US Coast Guard (USCG) and/or American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) regulations
• Knowledge of vessel management systems, safety management systems, and regulatory programs such as OPA 90, MARPOL, ABS, etc.
• Willing to work outdoors and in maritime environments, and able to work flexible hours during mission support periods

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Position requires a Merchant Mariner credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with 46 CFR 16 and 49 CFR 40
• Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations as necessary; role may require travel
• 50-hour work week is typical, and may vary depending on site operational needs, flexibility is required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Megan/Shannon - AB - $36,000.00 annual salary $325.00 per day worked

Bob/Doug - QMED - $36,000.00 annual salary $400.00 per day worked

Bob/Doug - Second Mate - $36,000.00 annual salary $690.00 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 & 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.