SR. CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

SpaceX develops technologies to enable human life on Mars, focusing on making space exploration a reality for humanity.
$125,000 - $175,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Space

Description For SR. CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

SpaceX, a pioneering space exploration company, is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to join their Starship program. This role is crucial in developing the next generation of vertical integration facilities that will support the company's mission to enable human life on Mars.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on unprecedented structural engineering challenges in the space industry. As a Sr. Civil/Structural Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and overseeing the construction of multiple high-rise facilities that will support new vehicle builds and reflight refurbishment across various sites. These facilities are essential to SpaceX's ambitious goals of reaching the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in high-rise construction and structural engineering, with the ability to think outside the box and adapt to aggressive schedules. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology and infrastructure, managing complex projects from conception to completion, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

SpaceX offers a competitive compensation package starting from $125,000 to $175,000 annually, complemented by comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), equity opportunities, and paid parental leave. The company culture emphasizes innovation, rapid development, and direct impact on humanity's future in space.

This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience and a bachelor's degree in structural or civil engineering. The position demands someone who can handle the fast-paced environment of space technology development while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Join SpaceX to be part of a team that's literally building the infrastructure needed to make humanity a multi-planetary species.

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Responsibilities For SR. CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

  • Own structural engineering work packages for production site design and development
  • Design elements of multidisciplinary, multistory projects
  • Perform structural engineering analyses and designs
  • Create structural design drawings and calculations
  • Estimate material quantities, schedules, and costs
  • Write and manage construction contracts
  • Manage multi-discipline design and construction projects
  • Provide direct onsite field observations
  • Maintain construction schedule and solve problems
  • Engage with vendors and contractors
  • Promote job site safety
  • Communicate updates to management and engineering

Requirements For SR. CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

  • Bachelor's degree in structural engineering, civil engineering, or other engineering discipline
  • 5+ years of experience with structural infrastructure
  • Professional Engineering (PE) or Structural Engineering (SE) license preferred
  • Experience with high rise construction projects
  • Knowledge of AISC, ACI, ASCE, and IBC codes
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, NX, or Solidworks
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be willing to travel
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Must meet ITAR requirements (US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)

Benefits For SR. CIVIL/STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • 5 days sick leave
  • Stock options
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Various discounts and perks

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