ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATORY ENGINEER

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Ensure measures from existing and future site operational regulatory requirements are fully implemented, tracked and reported, this includes:
  • Implementing project Special Conservation Measures (SCMs) and Terms and Conditions (T&C) from USFWS Biological Opinion
    • Oversee SCM and T&C program including, implementing, tracking and reporting measures as well as overseeing required biological monitoring work
  • Maintain compliance with Section 106 Programmatic Agreement
  • Maintain site operational compliance plans including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan
  • Any other applicable environmental-related agreements related to site operations or launch licensing
• Identify and determine the need for permits or consultations that are required by the federal, state, and county for operations at Starbase
  • Identify the need for surveys or assessments required for development or operations including delineating wetlands, identifying cultural resources and potential wildlife habitat
  • Coordinate and manage contractors for surveys. Review and maintain reports and other relevant records from such surveys
  • Draft permits in consultation with internal stakeholders, consult and file permits with federal, state and county, and maintain relevant records
  • Develop and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations
    • Review and interpret new and proposed environmental laws and regulations, and provide guidance to management
    • Perform environmental compliance and due diligence audits to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
    • Maintain recordkeeping and compliance requirements
• Assist the Environmental Health and Safety team with site operational compliance as needed
• Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with federal, state and county officials
• Develop and maintain positive and close working relationships with engineering teams across the site

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years of experience in environmental sciences

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience in National Environmental Policy Act documentation (NEPA)
• Section 404 permitting, Endangered Species Act compliance
• Experience with following agencies: EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, DOT, TCEQ, TRRC, RWQCB, USACE, NPS, USACE, USFWS
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understands project plans, specifications, and construction workflow
• Able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with other engineers, managers, federal, state and county agencies
• 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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
 
Pay range:

Environmental Regulatory Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Environmental Regulatory Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year
 
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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