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SpaceX · 2 weeks ago

Lead Launch Engineer, Production Infrastructure (Starship)

Texas, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $175K/yr

3+ years exp

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. The Lead Launch Engineer will lead a team to design and build Starship Production and Integration infrastructure, manage construction projects, and provide technical guidance throughout the engineering and construction processes.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Qualification

Structural engineeringProject managementLeadership experienceSAP 2000STAAD ProRISA-3DEtabsDesign documentationProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeamworkAttention to detail

Required

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

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%

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

Preferred

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