Construction Superintendent - Fabrication (Starbase)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Construction Superintendent - Fabrication (Starbase) to own day-to-day fluids fabrication execution on site and lead field teams through complex piping, tubing, and instrumentation integration. You will coordinate with contractors, engineering, and facilities to deliver safe, high-quality installations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership with 3+ years in construction or aerospace, plus experience reading piping diagrams and isometrics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in construction or aerospace industries with experience leading/coordinating a labor force.
• 3+ years hands-on experience with a construction trade skill.
• Experience managing tubing contractors, fitters, and multi-disciplinary crews in fast-paced technical environments.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day execution of fluids fabrication projects on site.
• Lead site logistics and operations for fabrication projects, including scheduling, progress tracking, quality control, and resource allocation.
• Manage construction assets, deliveries, storage, and site cleanliness to support fabrication.
• Maintain barricades and stormwater prevention plans for fabrication areas.
• Coordinate daily field activities, resolve conflicts, and manage schedules for contractors and internal teams.
• Oversee procurement and execution of fabrication construction projects.
• Develop cost estimates, solicit bids, and manage budgets and scopes for fabrication packages.
• Provide daily progress updates and coordinate with end users and facilities teams.
• Supervise night shift fabrication contractors as required.
• Directly supervise tubers and fitters, set priorities, and drive productivity.
• Plan and sequence fabrication work to align with project schedule.
• Identify and resolve blockers for fabrication scopes with material access/engineering issues.
• Serve as primary contact between contractors, engineering, and SpaceX teams.
• Resolve field issues including fit-up interferences and design gaps.

Skills

Construction management

Team leadership

Piping and tubing fabrication

Isometrics drawings reading

OSHA 30 certification

CWI certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Job description

Construction Superintendent - Fabrication (Starbase)

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.

As a construction superintendent focused on fluids piping, tubing, and instrumentation integration at Starbase, you will own the day-to-day execution of field fabrication for fluid systems, and infrastructure projects. This role directs contractors, plans and sequences fluids integration of launch propellant systems, and delivers high-quality, safe, and efficient installations in a fast-paced test and operations environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own day-to-day execution of fluids fabrication projects on site
• Lead site logistics and operations for fabrication projects, including scheduling, progress tracking, quality control, and resource allocation
• Manage SpaceX construction asset material deliveries, storage, and site cleanliness to support fabrication activities
• Maintain construction barricades and the site stormwater pollution prevention plan for fabrication work areas
• Perform daily field coordination, conflict resolution, and schedule management for fabrication contractors and internal teams
• Oversee procurement and execution of fabrication construction projects
• Develop cost estimates, solicit bids, award contracts, and manage budget, schedule, and scope for fabrication packages
• Track progress, provide daily updates, and coordinate with end users and facilities teams on build scopes
• Manage night shift fabrication contractors as required
• Directly supervise tubers and fitters, set daily priorities, and drive productivity and accountability
• Plan and sequence fabrication work to align with the project schedule and operational constraints
• Identify and resolve blockers early for fabrication scopes, including material access and engineering issues
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all fabrication activities between contractors, engineering, and SpaceX teams
• Resolve field issues in real time for fabrication scopes, including fit-up interferences and design gaps
• Ensure all tubing, fit-ups, and installations meet SpaceX quality standards
• Review drawings, isometric diagrams, and field changes for fabrication constructability
• Manage contractor badging and security access for fabrication personnel
• Proactively adjust fabrication operations to meet deadlines and escalates issues to engineering and project management as needed
• Assist with hands‑on skilled trade work on fabrication scopes when required (approximately 10% of the time)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of professional experience in the construction or aerospace industries, with experience leading or coordinating a labor force
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with a construction trade skill

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Fabrication experience on large‑scale industrial or aerospace projects
• Experience estimating labor hours and managing budgets for welding scopes
• Strong field experience managing tubing contractors, fitters, and multi‑disciplinary crews in fast‑paced technical environments
• Ability to read and interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams, isometric drawings, fabrication drawings, and redlines
• Experience with fit‑up, system tie‑ins, modifications, and resolving constructability issues in the field
• Solid understanding of tubing quality requirements, visual inspection, and proof and clean process
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience coordinating work around active test and operations environments
• Current CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) certification

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work multiple shifts and change shifts with minimal notice; flexibility required
• Ability to travel to different sites, as needed, up to 20% travel
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand‑over‑hand
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees for 6 hours or greater per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre‑employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.
• 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 .

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