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.

SR. COUNSEL, SPACEPORT INFRASTRUCTURE 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide expert legal guidance on matters related to developing infrastructure at SpaceX’s spaceport in South Texas (and other locations)—acquisition and development of land, construction of space/airport-type facilities and accommodations, transportation, energy and power generation, water supply
• Draft and negotiate land purchases, easements, rights-of-way, leases and real estate transaction documents
• Advise on county and State requirements related building and permitting water, power, communications and waste water treatment utilities  
• Advise on Federal environmental and Department of Transportation requirements associated with development of space/airport-type infrastructure   
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to brief county, State, and Federal regulators on applicable matters
• Negotiate complex construction and vendor contracts related to space/airport infrastructure development

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor degree
• Active licensed attorney
• 8+ years of experience with real estate, land and/or infrastructure development issues

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge and/or experience with natural gas project development, power generation contracts and operations, Texas Railroad Commission requirements for oil and gas operations, mineral rights agreements
• Experience with projects involving U.S. Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and/or Department of Transportation Section 4(f) process

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to travel 4 to 6 times a year to the different SpaceX offices for a week at a time

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:       

Pay range:

Sr. Counsel: $220,000.00 - $260,000.00/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.