VESSEL MANAGER (MARINE OPERATIONS)

SpaceX is looking for an experienced, dynamic and thoughtful leader to help manage fleet operations, crewing rotations, training, and vessel readiness through this principally shore-based role that will help ensure mission success in SpaceX’s offshore recovery operations in the Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean Sea.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fulfill infrequent offshore mission support as required to maintain mission continuity in the event of unusual circumstances
• Help refine and audit readiness standards across the entire SpaceX marine operations fleet while supporting ongoing operations
• Coordinate a demanding offshore recovery schedule by synchronizing across port scheduling, crewing, logistics, and other internal processes required to support offshore space hardware recovery
• Support planning and maintenance of logistical support that support ongoing operations and ensure full-life support of the SpaceX fleet of vessels
• Coordinate engineering changes required to support mission operations, including but not limited to: management of design change documentation, and coordination of testing and training

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Merchant Mariner credential (MMC)
• 2+ 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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Current USCG Master Unlimited credential with Master of Towing, and DP certifications (or equivalent USN/USCG experience) with 5+ years sailing experience as Unlimited Master and/or Port Captain for several ships at once
• Chief Engineer Unlimited credential
• Dynamic positioning unlimited certification (DP2)
• Bachelor’s degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, mechanical engineering, or other technical discipline
• Current (non-expired) USCG license, and ability to pass relevant USCG examinations, federal facility background checks, re-certifications, and chemical testing
• Knowledge of vessel management systems, safety management systems, and regulatory programs such as OPA 90, MARPOL, ABS classing, 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. This will be an active physical role
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated leadership experience synchronizing complex operations
• Exceptional teaming and organizational skills with a collaborative approach
• Significant experience managing multiple vessel operations, crews, maintenance, logistical support, training, and planning

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• 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
• Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Vessel Manager: $110,000.00 – $145,000.00/per year

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.

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