SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

Vessel Assistant Engineer

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeLong Beach, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalency certificate is required.
A Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) or license as an Assistant Engineer Unlimited (1st, 2nd, or 3rd Assistant Engineer) is required.
At least 1 year of professional experience in an offshore Chief Engineer, Assistant Engineer, or QMED role is required.
Ability to pass the Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral is required.
A Merchant Mariner credential is required, including pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with 46 CFR 16 and 49 CFR 40.
Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations as necessary.
A typical 50-hour work week may vary with site operational needs, and flexibility is required.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, U.S. lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylees, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State to comply with U.S. Government export regulations.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the safe operation at sea and maintenance of vessel mechanical systems, including propulsion, electrical, and auxiliary systems, reporting to the Chief Engineer.
Work with the vessel’s master and/or licensed officer to bunker vessel fluids and manage vessel bilge, oil, and fuel resources.
Complete engine room reports, logbooks, and data collection in accordance with regulations and company standards.
Stand engine room watches as OICEW.
Support the cleanliness and upkeep standards of the vessel while onboard.
Support planning and maintenance for ongoing operations and ensure full-life support of the SpaceX fleet of vessels.
Work with the Marine Operations team to ensure readiness by personally assisting in repairs or synchronizing support where required.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, mechanical engineering, or another technical discipline is preferred.
Knowledge of vessel management systems, safety management systems, and regulatory programs such as OPA 90, MARPOL, and ABS classing is preferred.
At least 3 years of professional experience working in an offshore vessel role involving examinations or licensing efforts with U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and/or American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) regulations is preferred.
Willingness to work outdoors and in maritime environments and ability to work flexible hours during mission support periods are preferred.
Person in Charge (PIC) certification for bunkering is preferred.

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.

ARK VESSEL ASSISTANT ENGINEER

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and support the safe operation at sea and maintenance of vessel mechanical systems including propulsion, electrical, and auxiliary systems, reporting to the Chief Engineer
Work with the vessel’s master and/or licensed officer for the bunkering of vessel fluids and management of vessel bilge, oil, and fuel resources
Complete Engine Room reports, logbooks, and data collection in accordance with regulations and company standards
Stand engine room watches as OICEW
Responsible for supporting the cleanliness and upkeep standards of the vessel while onboard
Support planning and maintenance in support of ongoing operations and ensure full-life support of the SpaceX fleet of vessels
Work with the Marine Operations team to ensure the highest standards of readiness by personally assisting in repairs or synchronizing support where required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)/license: Assistant Engineer Unlimited (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd AE)
1+ years of professional experience in an offshore Chief Engineer, Assistant Engineer, or QMED role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, mechanical engineering, or other technical discipline
Knowledge of vessel management systems, safety management systems, and regulatory programs such as OPA 90, MARPOL, ABS classing, etc.
3+ years of professional experience working in an offshore, vessel role that deals with examinations or licensing-efforts with US Coast Guard (USCG) and/or American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) regulations
Willing to work outdoors and in maritime environments, and able to work flexible hours during mission support periods
Person in Charge (PIC) certification for bunkering

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base & Cape Canaveral
Position requires a Merchant Mariner credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with 46 CFR 16 and 49 CFR 40
Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations as necessary; role may require travel
50-hour work week is typical, and may vary depending on site operational needs, flexibility is required

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.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].

About the Company

SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

SpaceX builds and launches reusable rockets and spacecraft for NASA, the military, and companies, and it runs Starlink, a satellite internet service for homes and businesses. In 2020, its Dragon capsule became the first privately built spacecraft to carry astronauts to the International Space Station. Its Falcon 9 rocket lands its first stage so the booster can fly again, which cuts launch costs, while Starlink beams internet from low-orbit satellites to small dishes for a monthly fee. SpaceX also owns xAI, maker of the Grok chatbot and owner of the social network X, and is building Starship, a fully reusable rocket meant to carry people to the Moon and Mars. Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002, and it is based in Starbase, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Starbase, Texas
Founded: 2002

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