The role
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.
GLOBAL IMMIGRATION & COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
The Global Immigration & Compliance Specialist will play a crucial role in all aspects of international employment compliance, immigration (domestic and international), and employee mobility across the company’s multiple international entities. This role ensures all legal, tax, and employment regulations are met while supporting seamless movement of employee talent.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Global Mobility & Immigration
- Manage visa applications and immigration documentation needed for sponsoring employees to work in the U.S., India, Brazil, Singapore, and Ireland and other international locations as needed.
- Advise HR leadership on emerging international immigration laws and risk areas on an ongoing basis.
- Partner with legal to create, implement, and update global HR, mobility policies and international handbooks.
- Partner with global mobility vendor to manage mobility cases, including short-term assignments, long-term transfers, and remote work.
- Track and report on global mobility and immigration data (visa status, work authorization, travel days, etc.).
Compliance & Reporting
- Partner with external immigration counsel and PEOs to ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax registrations, and statutory reporting requirements in all jurisdictions.
- Conduct HR compliance audits in partnership with local counsel in each jurisdiction.
- Liaise with Finance/Tax and Legal to maintain compliant employment structures, contractor relationships, and payroll requirements.
- Serve as the main point of contact for government agencies and local authorities on employment-related compliance matters.
- Work with external counsel to update legal documentation, including employment agreements or other related documents.
- Manage background check process and ensure compliance with local labor and employment laws.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 2+ years of experience as global HR, immigration, or mobility management.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ of experience in global HR, immigration, or mobility management, strong understanding of U.S. immigration laws.
- Experience with employment and HR compliance regulations across India, Brazil, Singapore, and Ireland.
- Experience collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and operational organizations to manage compliance obligations.
- Experience operationalizing compliance procedures and systems.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to travel (up to 15%).
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA or Bastrop, TX area.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
HR Global Projects Specialist/Level I: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00/per year
HR Global Projects Specialist/Level II: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00/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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.