Structural Engineer, Launch Pad (Starship)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Structural Engineer for the launch pad development team. This exciting role involves collaborating with elite engineers to design and build the second orbital launch pad for the Starship rocket. You will lead projects, manage construction contracts, and ensure high-quality engineering inspections on-site. With a focus on innovation and accountability, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace projects while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including stock options, medical coverage, and generous vacation time. If you're ready to take on challenges in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Various discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering is required.
• 1+ years of experience in civil or structural design and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil and structural engineering projects from design to commissioning.
• Manage contracts and ensure on-site engineering inspections.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Problem-Solving

AutoCAD

Revit

SAP 2000

STAAD Pro

RISA-3D

ETABS

Professional Engineering License

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SAP 2000

STAAD Pro

RISA-3D

ETABS

Job description

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER, LAUNCH PAD (STARSHIP)

As a member of the launch pad development team, you will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate a second orbital launch pad and ancillary infrastructure that will further enable orbital launch capability for the most powerful rocket in the world, Starship. This position is based in Starbase, Texas (Brownsville/South Padre Island Area).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the project team, consulting engineers and contractors throughout the entirety of the civil and structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process
• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects
• Perform both civil and structural design and analysis calculations for structural steel and concrete
• Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
• Manage the civil and structural aspects of construction projects
• Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or other engineering discipline
• 1+ years of professional experience in civil or structural design, analysis, construction, and drafting (competition team or intern experience qualifies)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience where quick thinking and tangible problem-solving skills play a critical role
• Demonstrated experience fostering an environment of extremely high personal accountability and responsibility
• Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying
• Experience creating structural detail drawings in AutoCAD, Revit, NX, Solidworks or similar drafting programs
• Experience with SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, RISA-3D, ETABS, or similar analysis software
• Knowledge of American Institute ofSteel Construction (AISC) steel manual, American Concrete Institute (ACI) code 318, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7, andInternational Building Codes (IBC)
• Strong ability to use data and analysis to make fast data-driven decisions
• Professional Engineering (PE) or Structural Engineering (SE) license

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is based in Starbase, Texas (Brownsville/South Padre Island Area), and requires being onsite – remote work not considered
• Ability to perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to focus while working in hazardous conditions and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Structural Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Structural Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.