Lead Launch Engineer, Production Infrastructure (Starship)

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.

LEAD LAUNCH ENGINEER, PRODUCTION INFRASTRUCTURE (STARSHIP)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a team of engineers to design and build Starship Production and Integration infrastructure.

• Own the hiring process, new hire training, technical/professional development, and performance review of all direct reports.

• Lead the project team, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the entirety of the structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process of industrial and commercial type facility projects.

• Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects.

• Perform 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 structural and multi-disciplinary construction projects as it pertains to procurement, fabrication, and field erection.

• Manage oversight, and provide technical guidance on all design issues.

• 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.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.

• 3+ years of experience in the civil or structural engineering industry.

• 1+ years of prior leadership experience leading teams, projects, or people.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience being a quick thinker and using tangible problem-solving skills to find resolutions.

• Experience fostering an environment of extremely high personal accountability and responsibility.

• Understanding of other disciplines such as: mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying.

• Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals.

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

• Experience managing the design, fabrication, and erection of primary/secondary structural steel in a design-build atmosphere with high attention to cost and schedule.

• Experience with oral/written communication with the ability to clearly and concisely articulate complex problems to a wide variety of audiences including executive leadership.

• Experience pushing for constant improvements balanced with working effectively in a team environment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform the following functions: standing, lifting, and carrying light weight such as materials or equipment (ability to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted).

• Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, and rain.

• Willing to work occasionally in an environment with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise using appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends, as needed.

• Must be willing to travel – up to 25%.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Lead Launch Engineer: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00/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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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.

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.

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