Lead MEP Design Engineer — Aerospace Infrastructure

Starlink; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Lead MEP Design Engineer to oversee design, build, activation of infrastructure enabling orbital launch capabilities. You will lead a group of engineers across civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines.

You will conduct design calculations, develop drawings, manage construction contracts, and ensure safety and compliance. This role requires relocation to Hawthorne and willingness to work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering.
• 5+ years of professional experience in design or construction of structural infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with multi-disciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary engineers through civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural processes.
• Perform civil/structural design and calculations for steel and concrete.
• Develop drawings, calculations, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial projects.
• Manage contracts with subcontractors across disciplines.
• Provide on-site inspections and resolve field conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards.

Skills

Multi-disciplinary leadership

Structural design

Civil/structural analysis

Project management

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SAP 2000

STAAD Pro

RISA-3D

ETABS

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Lead MEP Design Engineer to oversee design, build, activation of infrastructure enabling orbital launch capabilities. You will lead a group of engineers across civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines.

You will conduct design calculations, develop drawings, manage construction contracts, and ensure safety and compliance. This role requires relocation to Hawthorne and willingness to work extended hours as needed.