SpaceX
- Robot type
- Marine and Space · Defense
- Location
- Cape CanaveralFloridaUSA
- Job type
- Business Operations
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Paramedic)
Job description
SpaceX operates the world’s first automated unmanned vessels certified to land orbital-class vehicles. The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist will work with an elite team developing and executing the recovery of flown spaceflight hardware. This role will support both off and-on-shore recovery operations and will be responsible for ensuring the safety and health of SpaceX teams and the environment in which we operate. They will also serve at a world-class level as a licensed paramedic during offshore operations.
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not.
Job responsibilities
- Serve as the paramedic during offshore operations, performing work in offshore/marine environments
- Recognize requirements and ensure compliance with safety programs and standards including (not limited to): hazard communication, slip/trip/falls, fall protection, confined space, hot work, respiratory protection,…
- Conduct respiratory training and fit tests
- Identify workplace safety hazards and conditions for job-related tasks
- Create and maintain job hazard analyses and personal protective equipment (PPE) assessments
- Perform and document safety inspections and assist with accident/mishap investigations
- Document and follow through with corrective actions for identified unsafe conditions
- Support recovery operations at sea for Falcon 9, Dragon, and/or Starship. Support may include the following operations: Dragon at sea recovery operations; Dragon dockside recovery and post processing operations;
Job requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- Certified Paramedic (NREMT or State of Florida)
- ACLS and CPR certified or ability to get certified within 30 days of hire
- 2+ years of experience implementing and overseeing environmental, health and safety programs
- 4+ years of experience managing emergency response crews in incidents involving hazardous and non-hazardous material releases to air, soil and water
- Current (non-expired) USCG license
- Experience in offshore EHS and paramedic environments
- Experience using Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
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