Employee Experience Specialist
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. The Employee Experience Specialist will help create a positive and productive work environment that enhances employee satisfaction, engagement, and overall experience.
About the role
The Employee Experience Specialist will support strategies that improve workplace culture with a focus on activities, processes, systems, and programs, ensuring employees feel valued and supported throughout their employment journey. This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, analytical, and excited to help employees thrive at SpaceX.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the strategy, development, and execution of all Employee Experience activities and initiatives at SpaceX (including onsite social events, speaker series, mentorship programs, etc.)
- Plan and execute engaging events to celebrate holidays and business milestones (SpaceX Anniversary, Veterans Day, Halloween, etc.) throughout the calendar year, with a primary focus on the Redmond and Woodinville locations. Travel to other sites to support when necessary
- Support companywide employee gifting, milestone anniversary, and recognition programs
- Provide guidance to SpaceX Communities (Employee Social Groups): manage budget requests, help grow local networks at each site, and train SpaceX Community Leads
- Maintain and update internal communication channels (Employee Experience website, calendar, weekly newsletters, etc.) in collaboration with the Internal Communications Manager
- Track engagement, budget, and ROI across all SpaceX locations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of professional experience in human resources, event planning, or employee experience/culture; OR 6+ years of experience supporting equity and inclusion initiatives, human resources, or employee experience/culture
- Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
- Up to 20% travel to other SpaceX locations
- 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
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience working on employee inclusion and/or culture initiatives
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and autonomously
- High level of self-motivation, prioritization, and strategic thinking
- Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic organization with rapidly changing needs
- 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Office applications
- High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Prior event planning experience
Pay
Pay Range: Level 1: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with stock discounts
- 3 weeks of paid vacation
- 10 or more paid holidays per year
- Paid sick time (for employees in Washington State, in compliance with state and federal law)
- Company shuttles for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office (Monday to Friday)
- Potential discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
- Various discounts and perks