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SpaceX · 1 day ago

Spaceport Engineer, Spaceport Integration

Cape Canaveral, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

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. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating spaceport development projects and ensuring high-quality designs for launch pad systems and facilities to enable timely approvals.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Interface with multiple internal technical groups of engineers, external architects/ engineers, and 3rd party licensed professionals to organize regulatory package deliverables and ensure it meets the highest quality of rigor to achieve acceptance from the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) of the project

Partner with cross-departmental teams to define requirements and derive design details for all pad or facility needs

Perform quality check of design drawings and documents for architectural and engineering construction projects, as well as managing third-party inspection of facility or launch pad buildout

Manage the full lifecycle of the permitting processes across all SpaceX projects on CCSFS and KSC

Maintain a positive relationship with the SpaceX end user, contractors, and the Spaceport Authority to ensure effective execution on all projects

Communicate permitting schedules internally to inform project timelines and escalate issues, as well as clearly communicate permitting need-dates externally to ensure alignment

Qualification

Architectural EngineeringMechanical EngineeringCivil EngineeringStructural EngineeringProfessional Engineer LicenseConstruction Project ManagementMEP KnowledgeBlueprint ReadingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsSelf-Motivated

Required

Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering, or architecture

3+ years of experience creating architectural, structural, civil, or MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction documents

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

This position is based at Kennedy Space Center, FL, and requires being onsite – remote work not considered

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required

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

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Experience in construction, project management, and tenant improvement

Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade

Able to read instructions and blueprints

Knowledge of basic construction and engineering principles and methods

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Tactful and mature demeanor with well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with diverse personalities

Self-motivated and able to work collaboratively in a team environment with little direction