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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Lead the safe transport of flight hardware and modules between SpaceX facilities (Hawthorne, CA; McGregor, TX; Cape Canaveral, FL; and Vandenberg, CA), including all transit and hand-off operations Supervise the entire transport crew, including SpaceX logistics technicians, tiller operators, spotters, and contracted vendors (truck drivers, pole car operators, and escorts) Review all transportation documentation (permits, route surveys, height checklists, pre-trip and post-trip inspections) prior to departure and develop contingency plans to mitigate risk Travel with assigned flight hardware at all times during long-haul transports Serve as the primary point of contact for all in-transit decisions, including route adjustments, repairs, additional escorts, or driver changes Provide technical input on Department of Transportation (DOT) and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)

Requirements

to the Logistics and Manufacturing teams for the continuous improvement of transport hardware, procedures, and processes Utilize heavy equipment (forklifts, spotters, overhead cranes) to safely load, unload, and stage flight hardware and ground support equipment Coordinate with the master production schedule (MPS) to ensure required resources, personnel, and transport equipment are available and aligned with program needs Oversee the completion and quality of all daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, security briefings, permit reviews, and procedural documentation Develop and maintain work instructions, transport procedures, and best practices in collaboration with logistics leadership Track and report key performance metrics, including on-time delivery, safety incidents, and transport efficiency Identify and implement improvements to transportation systems, processes, and hardware to increase safety, reliability, and efficiency Identify various lifting hardware (shackles, slings, chain hoists, wire ropes, D-rings, web straps) Assist with planning and performing lift procedures Assist with crane operations and rigging under supervision Assist in maintaining transport equipment and materials needed for operational success BASIC

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QUALIFICATIONS

: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 1+ years of experience working with load transport and inventory processes 1+ years of hands-on experience with preparing loads, rigging, and packaging PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of hands-on experience with overhead cranes and general lifting procedures Knowledge and experience in transport equipment (tractor and trailer) design and maintenance Experience with scheduling and production work instructions to manufacture hardware Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite Experience working with and troubleshooting high-pressure systems Experience working in a challenging and fast-paced environment ADDITIONAL

Transport Technician