SpaceX · 2 weeks ago
Global Immigration & Compliance Manager
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $145K/yr
5+ years expSpaceX 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. The Global Immigration & Compliance Manager oversees all aspects of international employment compliance, immigration, and employee mobility across the company’s multiple international entities, ensuring all legal, tax, and employment regulations are met while supporting seamless movement of employee talent.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage visa applications and immigration documentation needed for sponsoring employees to work in the U.S., India, Brazil, Singapore, and Ireland and international offices
Develop and implement mobility policies covering short-term assignments, long-term transfers, and remote work
Track and report on global mobility data (visa status, work authorization, travel days, etc.)
Partner with external immigration counsel and PEOs to ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax registrations, and statutory reporting requirements in all jurisdictions
Conduct HR compliance audits in partnership with local counsel in each jurisdiction
Liaise with Finance/Tax and Legal to maintain compliant employment structures, contractor relationships, and payroll requirements
Serve as the main point of contact for government agencies and local authorities on employment-related matters
Work with external counsel to update legal documentation, including employment agreements or other related documents
Create, implement, and update global HR and mobility policies and handbooks
Advise HR leadership on emerging international employment laws and risk areas on an ongoing basis
Partner with Compensation and Legal to manage equity reporting obligations and taxation across countries
Track equity participants’ tax residency changes and ensure local compliance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
5+ years of experience as global HR, immigration, or mobility management
Preferred
7+ of experience in global HR, immigration, or mobility management, strong understanding of U.S. immigration laws
Experience with employment and HR compliance regulations across India, Brazil, Singapore, and Ireland
Experience collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and operational organizations to manage compliance obligations
Experience operationalizing compliance procedures and systems
Willingness to travel (up to 15%)
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA or Bastrop, TX area
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
5 days of sick leave per year
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
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