Hovercraft Pilot

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.

HOVERCRAFT PILOT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pilot a mid-sized commercial hovercraft that will carry up to 10 passengers on a commuter route

• Help lead all aspects of safe operation, navigation, and standards of SpaceX’s hovercraft(s)

• Lead all planning related to: voyage planning, day-to-day hovercraft operations, and the safety of all personnel onboard, primarily supporting commuter-route piloting

• Responsible for administrative reports and logbooks according to regulation and standards, and ensuring hovercraft-wide compliance with appropriate programs and standards

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 3+ years of experience in an off-shore pilot or captain role

• Current OR In-Process captain's license (6-pack or above)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Active/current US Coast Guard medical certificate/license

• 2+ years of documented commercial/military experience operating hovercraft and/or air boats with an exemplary safety record

• Strong mechanical/maintenance skills are preferred with a focus on diesel engines and integrated control/navigation systems

• 3+ years of professional experience working in a role that deals with examinations or licensing-efforts with US Coast Guard (USCG) and/or American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) regulations

• Knowledge of vessel management systems, safety management systems, and regulatory programs such as OPA 90, MARPOL, ABS, etc.

• Willing to work outdoors and in mari

Department: Starbase Spaceport - Transportation