Ark Vessel Deck Crew – AB and Crane Operator (Marine Operations)

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, operating NOV knuckle boom cranes
• Perform daily/weekly maintenance tasks for deck equipment while the vessel is offshore and in-port
• Assist the Duty Engineer or Mate on Watch as needed
• Assist recovery missions, working with SpaceX recovery engineers and technicians
• Crane Operator: Operate the NOV Knuckle Boom crane in support of space hardware recovery missions and vessel operations

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) – AB Unlimited
• Lifeboatman, STCW II/4 – RFPNW (or AB-Deck II/5); VI/1 – BT; VI/2 – PSC.
• Valid STCW Med Cert, US Passport

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
• 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
• 3+ years of experience operating Knuckle Boom cranes at sea
• 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:

Ark Vessel Deck Crew / Crane Operator: $44,000.00 annual salary + $325.00 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.