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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

As a member of the Project Team, you will work with engineers across multiple disciplines to design and build infrastructure that will enable SpaceX to achieve its long-term mission. This team is responsible for the delivery of large capital projects to various internal customer groups across the company. This position is based out of the Starbase, TX, Starship facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate and grow with a multi-discipline infrastructure project team by performing civil/structural-specific engineering, procurement, and construction activities for a variety of critical and fast-paced company projects
Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for civil/structural aspects of aerospace, manufacturing, industrial, and commercial type construction projects
Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
Prepare cost estimates, project schedules, and project cost control reports
Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time
Interact with engineers, contractors, fabricators, and project stakeholders

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
2+ years of professional experience in engineering and/or construction

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

5+ years of civil/structural technical experience with working knowledge in construction
Professional Engineering (PE) license
Knowledge of American Institute ofSteel Construction (AISC) steel manual, American Concrete Institute (ACI) code 318, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7, andInternational Building Codes (IBC)
Experience creating detailed structural drawings/sketches in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, or similar programs
General familiarity with civil and site prep construction (earthwork, utilities, etc.)
Understanding of other disciplines, such as general civil, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and surveying
Experience reading, reviewing, and approving technical drawings
Strong written and verbal communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet) with proper PPE
Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.)
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed, based on site operational needs; flexibility required
Valid driver’s license
Occasional travel may be required to support projects at other sites (<25%)

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 toEEOCompliance@spacex.com.

Civil/Structural Engineer (Starship)

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