Lead Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

LEAD ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEER (STARSHIP VEHICLE PROCESSING & MANUFACTURING)

SpaceX is seeking an experienced Lead EHS Engineer to oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs supporting Starship vehicle processing, manufacturing, and related high-hazard production operations. This leadership position is responsible for managing robust EHS programs that ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of manufacturing and vehicle processing activities.

You will lead a team of EHS Engineers in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment where regulatory excellence, hazard mitigation, and operational safety are critical to mission success. This role requires a proactive and influential leader who drives EHS excellence across Starship manufacturing, assembly, and vehicle processing operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of EHS Engineers supporting Falcon and Starship vehicle processing and manufacturing
• Provide direct leadership including performance management, hiring, coaching, and administrative oversight of the team
• Own day-to-day execution and long-term strategy for EHS programs supporting Starship manufacturing and vehicle processing, including safety, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, and hazardous materials management
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal (OSHA, EPA), state, and local EHS regulations, permits, and SpaceX standards
• Partner with Manufacturing, Production, and Engineering teams to integrate EHS requirements into planning, process design, and execution of vehicle processing and manufacturing operations
• Conduct regular EHS audits, inspections, risk assessments, and floor assessments of production, processing, and related operational areas
• Lead Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and risk mitigation for high-hazard activities including welding, lifting/rigging, pressure systems, cryogenics, chemicals, and vehicle processing operations
• Manage environmental aspects specific to manufacturing and processing (air emissions, waste, wastewater) and ensure proper hazardous waste generation, storage, transportation, and disposal
• Develop and implement EHS procedures, best management practices, and training programs for Starship manufacturing and processing personnel
• Manage the EHS program budget, review and approve purchase orders, and support procurement of safety equipment and environmental services
• Prepare and submit accurate regulatory reports and maintain all required EHS documentation
• Provide technical guidance and training to both the EHS team and broader site personnel
• Lead or support incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 6+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, heavy industrial, or aerospace environments
• 2+ years of experience leading teams or projects within EHS

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state EHS regulations
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other relevant professional certification (CIH, CHMM, PE)
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or launch vehicle programs
• Proven ability to successfully manage EHS programs in dynamic, high-tempo manufacturing and production settings
• Strong experience with hazardous materials/waste management (RCRA) and high-hazard operations (cryogenics, pressure systems, welding, lifting)
• Demonstrated leadership presence with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results in a matrixed organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed to support production and critical operations
• This position is on-site.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required clearances and certifications as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.