Employee Experience Coordinator

SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with event planning and HR support experience working in a high-growth aerospace and technology environment.

Best fit for

  • Individuals who have managed employee engagement initiatives and internal communication systems
    — “Experience working on employee engagement initiatives”
  • Professionals who thrive in dynamic organizations with rapidly evolving priorities
    — “Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic organization with rapidly changing needs”

Things to consider

  • Willingness to work extended hours and weekends is a key requirement
    — “Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed”
  • Up to 20% travel to other SpaceX locations is expected
    — “Up to 20% travel to other SpaceX locations”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with managing multiple projects and autonomous decision-making
    — “Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and autonomously”
  • Emphasize administrative support and tracking skills for gifting and recognition programs
    — “Provide administrative support for all employee gifting, anniversary and recognition programs”
  • Showcase ability to update and maintain internal communication tools like websites and calendars
    — “Maintain and update internal communication channels (Employee Experience website, calendar, weekly newsletters, etc.)”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Developed and executed Employee Experience activities
  • Coordinated event logistics
  • Provided administrative support for gifting and recognition programs
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of professional experience in human resources, event planning, operations or employee experience/culture

Skills & requirements

Required

Event PlanningEmployee EngagementCommunicationProject ManagementMicrosoft Office Applications

Preferred

Human ResourcesEmployee ExperienceEvent Planning Experience

Stack & domain

Microsoft Office ApplicationsEvent PlanningHuman ResourcesEmployee Experience/cultureInterpersonalVerbal And Written CommunicationProject ManagementAttention To DetailQuality CommitmentEmployee Experience

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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.

EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR

The Employee Experience Coordinator will be responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment that enhances employee satisfaction, engagement, and overall experience.  The role will support strategies that improve workplace culture with a focus on activities, processes, systems and programs, and ensure employees feel valued and supported throughout their employment journey.  We are looking for someone detail-oriented, analytical, and excited to help our employees thrive at SpaceX.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with the strategy, development and execution of all Employee Experience activities & initiatives at SpaceX (including onsite events, SpaceX Communities, speaker series, and mentorship programs, etc.)

Coordinate event logistics for holidays & business milestones (SpaceX Anniversary, Veterans Day, Halloween, etc.) including vendor coordination, setup, RSVPS and onsite execution. Travel to other sites when necessary.

Provide administrative support for all employee gifting, anniversary and recognition programs including ordering, inventory, tracking and distribution

Maintain and update internal communication channels (Employee Experience website, calendar, weekly newsletters, etc.) in collaboration with the Internal Communications team

Track attendance, spend, and engagement data across programs and SpaceX locations

Respond to employee questions and requests in a timely, professional manner

Help evaluate current processes and implement improvements to maximize team efficiency

Perform other related duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of professional experience in human resources, event planning, operations or employee experience/culture; OR 3+ years of experience supporting event planning, human resources or employee experience/culture

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience working on employee engagement 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 

2+ years of experience with Microsoft Office applications

High level of attention to detail & commitment to quality

Prior event planning experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

Up to 20% travel to other SpaceX locations

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 1: $27.00

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 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. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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