Fiber Network Design Engineer - OSP & GIS

SpaceX Super Intelligence; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXSI in Mississippi is seeking an OSP fiber design specialist responsible for creating AutoCAD drawings, GIS route maps, and as-built records for fiber infrastructure. You'll support field data conversion and coordinate with engineers and utilities.

This role requires an associate degree or equivalent, hands-on AutoCAD and GIS experience, and a willingness to perform field work. The ideal candidate will ensure drawings comply with standards and permit requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in engineering, geospatial technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (preferably Civil 3D or similar) for utility/telecom drawings.
• Experience with GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS, or equivalent) for mapping and spatial analysis.
• Basic understanding of fiber optic OSP concepts (conduit systems, aerial/buried placement, splicing, and terminations).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce clear, accurate technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise OSP fiber design drawings, conduit layouts, splice diagrams, and permitting packages in AutoCAD.
• Create and maintain GIS-based route maps, asset inventories, and spatial data for fiber pathways, vaults, and handholes.
• Assist with field surveys, redline markups, and conversion of field data into final drawings and GIS layers.
• Support BOM development, quantity take-offs, and basic loss-budget calculations.
• Coordinate with senior engineers, construction teams, and utilities on design changes and as-built updates.
• Ensure drawings and GIS data comply with company standards, TIA/BICSI guidelines, and local permitting requirements.

Skills

AutoCAD

GIS software

Field surveys

Spatial data handling

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Geospatial technology background

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS/QGIS

Job description

SpaceXSI in Mississippi is seeking an OSP fiber design specialist responsible for creating AutoCAD drawings, GIS route maps, and as-built records for fiber infrastructure. You'll support field data conversion and coordinate with engineers and utilities.

This role requires an associate degree or equivalent, hands-on AutoCAD and GIS experience, and a willingness to perform field work. The ideal candidate will ensure drawings comply with standards and permit requirements.