SpaceX · 4 hours ago
Sr. Environmental Engineer
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. The Sr. Environmental Engineer will develop, implement, and improve environmental compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulations and maintaining operational compliance at SpaceX’s Hawthorne location.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
Responsibilities
Develop, implement and improve environmental compliance programs at SpaceX’s Hawthorne, CA location
Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations established by AQMD, LACSD, CARB, RWQCB, DTSC, CERCLA, CUPA, DOT, EPA and other applicable California and federal regulatory agencies
Track, review, and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations, and provide guidance to management
Perform environmental audits to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
Operate and maintain the hazardous materials business plan, compliance calendar and other recordkeeping and environmental tracking software
Maintain site operational compliance plans including storm water pollution prevention plan (SPCC), spill prevention control and countermeasures plan, and industrial wastewater discharge permits
Maintain recordkeeping and compliance requirements established for permitted sources defined by the local AQMD
Responsible for hazardous waste, reporting and materials compliance under CUPA, SPCCs, HMBPs, CERS, and TRI reporting
Coordinate and manage contractors for permitting and environmental testing. Review and maintain reports and other relevant records from assessments and permitting activities
Assist the Environmental Health and Safety team with site operational compliance as needed
Assist in planning for changes in physical facilities, reviewing new or modified equipment and new manufacturing programs to meet regulatory and permitting requirements
Develop and maintain positive relationships with federal, state, and county regulators
Develop and maintain positive and close working relationships with engineering teams across the site
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
5+ years of professional experience in the design, development, and execution of environmental and regulatory compliance programs
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering with an emphasis in environmental engineering
Experience in environmental field with 10+ years of environmental and regulatory compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment
California regulatory and environmental compliance experience
Experience developing and maintaining air emissions permits under South Coast AQMD jurisdiction
Experience permitting and maintaining industrial discharges through the Los Angeles County Sanitation District
Experience developing and maintaining SWPPPs and site BMPs for RWQCB stormwater compliance
Experience with following agencies: AQMD, LACSD, RWQCB, EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, DOT
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience handling highly technical data and technical data interpretation
Track record of successful analysis, interpretation, and application of rules and regulations towards practical solutions
Able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with other engineers, managers, federal, state and county agencies
Ability to handle many projects at once, prioritize work, and work efficiently
Highly self-motivated and able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment with ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of work
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
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M
Recent News
PCMag.com - Technology Product Reviews, News, Prices & Tips
2026-01-16
2026-01-16
Company data provided by crunchbase