Senior Environmental Engineer: Air Permitting & Compliance

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Texas is seeking a Sr Environmental Engineer to lead site-specific air permitting strategies across SpaceX facilities, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. You will collaborate with engineering teams and regulators to interpret complex rules and manage permitting projects.

You will work on audits, reporting, and regulatory submissions, coordinating with contractors and multiple sites to drive continuous improvement in air quality programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing and executing air permitting strategies under federal/state rules.
• Strong understanding of the Clean Air Act and state implementation plans.
• Experience with regulatory audits, inspections, and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute site-specific air permitting strategies at SpaceX sites.
• Assist in planning for changes in facilities or new construction to meet regulatory requirements.
• Serve as SME on Clean Air Act and applicable regulations across jurisdictions.
• Track and interpret new federal/state air regulations and provide guidance to teams.
• Conduct internal air compliance audits and support external inspections across sites.
• Coordinate and manage contractors for permitting and testing; review records.
• Develop relations with federal, state, and county regulators.
• Foster close working relationships with engineering teams and leadership.

Skills

Air permitting strategies

Regulatory compliance

Clean Air Act knowledge

Regulatory interpretation

Audits and inspections

Education

Master’s degree in environmental management or engineering

Job description

SpaceX in Texas is seeking a Sr Environmental Engineer to lead site-specific air permitting strategies across SpaceX facilities, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. You will collaborate with engineering teams and regulators to interpret complex rules and manage permitting projects.

You will work on audits, reporting, and regulatory submissions, coordinating with contractors and multiple sites to drive continuous improvement in air quality programs.