MATE, RECOVERY (MARINE OPERATIONS)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead all aspects of safe operation, navigation, standards, and crew management of SpaceX’s Dragon Recovery vessels Megan and Shannon operating in the Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and/or Pacific.
• Sustain an environment that integrates vessel crew and recovery specialists.
• Assist in all planning related to: voyage planning, day-to-day operations, offshore vessel operations, and the safety of all personnel onboard, primarily supporting recovery missions and other tasks as necessary.
• Responsible for administrative reports and logbooks according to regulation and standards, and ensuring ship-wide compliance with appropriate programs and standards.
• Assist shoreside leadership in planning vessel maintenance periods, large-scale projects, and mission operations.
• Continuously develop crew skillset and training proficiencies for vessel and mission operations.
• Cultivate and maintain a vessel crew culture that aligns with SpaceX’s mission and Marine Operation department initiatives.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in an off-shore mate/master role
• 200 Ton Master upon Oceans Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)/license
• US Coast Guard medical certificate (STCW)
• Current (non-expired) USCG license, and ability to pass relevant USCG examinations; federal facility background checks, re-certifications, and chemical testing

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 500 Ton Master upon Oceans MMC
• Third Mate Unlimited Tonnage MMC
• Able Seafarer - Deck
• 5+ years of experience in an off-shore Mate 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 
• Knowledge of vessel management systems, safety management systems, and regulatory programs such as OPA 90, MARPOL, ABS, etc.
• Willingness to sail, if needed to support off-shore missions depending on resources available
• 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
• Willing to work a 28/14 schedule
• 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:    
Dragon Vessel – Mate: $44,000.00 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.