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.

PRINCIPAL SPACEPORT ENGINEER (STARSHIP) 

Our elite Starbase Development team owns the design, build, and commissioning of infrastructure, housing, amenities, and community spaces at the Starbase Rocket Production and Launch Facility. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change and own projects from start to finish, directly impacting the footprint of the Starship Program. This challenge isn’t for everyone, but hardcore projects require hardcore people. If you are a high performing engineer, and want to spearhead the effort toward the goal of making Starbase a world-class city, we want to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Write, design, and manage construction contracts with project managers and subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
• Review and perform project control tasks, including project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control
• Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field
• Lead project managers, interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers
• Rapidly resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time
• Oversee and own the full lifecycle of projects to achieve on-time and under-budget delivery with customer satisfaction. The following project management responsibilities are applicable:
• Review and manage tools and folder systems relating to the organization of our construction projects
• Present budgetary cost based on the preliminary scope of the project to internal stakeholders
• Lead communications with and gather proposals from architects, engineers, and contractors; award contracts upon receipt of all proposals
• Develop and present the final cost and schedule for the project to internal stakeholders, and implement controls as needed to manage cost, schedule and scope
• Lead acquisition of city, county, and governmental approvals
• Manage project implementation and track project status
• Work with the facilities team and end user in order to operationalize the post-construction building operations and maintenance functions
• Inform end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance
• Manage night shift contractors as project work requires
• Take on new projects ad-hoc as the business needs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 8+ years of professional experience in architecture, engineering, construction management, or facilities management
• 5+ years of professional experience in a project management and/or direct management capacity working with project managers, engineers, superintendents, or facilities technicians

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience with project management and scheduling software
• Design experience in a technical field
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD
• Knowledge of processes of jurisdictional permitting and/or environmental agencies
• Understanding of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
• Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management
• Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Manufacturing facility experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet)
• 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 vehicle operations at production and launch sites

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:        Pay range:    Spaceport Engineer/Principal: $165,000.00 - $250,000.00/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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.