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Structural Engineer (Critical Infrastructure)

Join SpaceX as a Senior Structural Engineer to design and maintain advanced manufacturing facilities for critical infrastructure.

Location
Hawthorne, CA
Compensation
$100k–$140k/yr
Level
senior
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 3 months ago

First seen on Joblaze 3 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

Requirements

Experience
1+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

In this role, the Structural Engineer will focus on designing and maintaining advanced manufacturing facilities critical to SpaceX's mission of enabling human life on Mars. The position requires expertise in civil and structural engineering, with proficiency in design software and knowledge of relevant codes and standards. Ideal candidates will have a background in structural infrastructure projects and experience managing construction processes. The team operates in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with elite engineers across multiple disciplines.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 3 months ago — first seen on Joblaze June 19, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 7, 2026.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$128,800).
  • Starts above 8% of 1210 comparable senior other roles in United States we track (median $143,000 across 189 companies).
  • AutoCAD appears in 1% of 2379 comparable senior other roles in United States; STAAD Pro appears in 0.1% of 2379 comparable senior other roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the Structural Engineer (Critical Infrastructure) role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in Hawthorne, CA.
What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $100,000–$140,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Structural Engineer (Critical Infrastructure) role.
Where is the role based?
SpaceX is hiring for this position in Hawthorne, CA.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AutoCAD, Civil Engineering, Etabs, RISA-3D, Revit, SAP 2000.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Structural Engineer (Critical Infrastructure) role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

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 (CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE)

As a member of the critical infrastructure team, you will help design, build, activate and maintain some of the world’s most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a Sr. Structural Engineer, you will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure that will enable orbital launch capability for the largest rocket in the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead multi-disciplinary engineers and third party engineers of record throughout the entirety of the civil and structural engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning process.
  • Perform both civil and structural design and analysis calculations for structural steel and concrete.
  • Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, calculations and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type projects.
  • 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 engineering, structural engineering, or other engineering discipline.
  • 1+ years of professional experience as an engineer with a focus in design or build of structural infrastructure.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 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).
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license.
  • 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.
  • Knowledge of other disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying.
  • Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management.
  • Experience with the following project delivery phases:
    • Conceptual layout and high level trade studies.
    • Detailed engineering design and development.
    • Request for proposals/quotes, contract issue.
    • Supervision of construction to completion.
    • Work punch lists and certificate of occupancy (CO) with building official.
  • Strong communication skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area.
  • Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed.
  • Ability to stand, crawl, stoop, and push or lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted.
  • Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $100,000.00 - $117,500.00
Level 2: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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