Structural Engineer at SpaceX

　　McGregor, TX

　　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.

　　STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

　　As a member of the construction projects team you will work with a group of elite engineers and specialists across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure for a variety of projects at the McGregor Rocket Development Facility as well as other SpaceX Facilities. This role is responsible for the design, build, and activation of infrastructure, facilities improvements and large capital projects. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change in a fast-paced and low-drag environment. This includes owning tasks/projects from start to finish, with the goal of making the SpaceX campus a world-class facility that can support the mission of enabling life beyond Earth. This position is based in McGregor, Texas (Central Texas 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

　　Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and clients

　　Provide direct onsite engineering inspections and field observations

　　Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time

　　Provide technical engineering support/information to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications

　　BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering

　　1+ years of professional experience in structural engineering design, analysis, and drafting

　　PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

　　Strong ability to use data and analysis to make fast data-driven decisions

　　Professional Engineering (PE) or Structural Engineering (SE) license

　　Ability to perform trade studies and make clear recommendations using first principles and engineering fundamentals even with partial information. Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals

　　Experience working at a nimble engineering organization or in a highly technical position that required a scrappy, entrepreneurial manner to accomplish tasks with tight time or budget constraints

　　Experience building hardware or have a passion for contributing to a work product that operates in the real world

　　Succeeded in multiple endeavors at once

　　Demonstrated rapid growth

　　Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management

　　Knowledge of American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) steel manual, American Concrete Institute (ACI) code 318, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7, and International Building Code (IBC)

　　Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software

　　Experience with SAP 2000, STAAD Pro, RISA-3D, Etabs, or similar analysis software

　　Knowledge of processes of governing permitting agencies such as building departments and/or environmental agencies

　　ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper PPE

　　Ability to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches

　　Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is required

　　Must be able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.

　　Must be able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

　　Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX sites when needed (up to 30%)

　　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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

　　ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

　　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 (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

　　Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.