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Construction Project Engineer (Starship)

SpaceX
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Starbase, TXPosted 3 days ago

Role Overview

SpaceX is hiring a mid-level Construction Project Engineer (Starship). This is a full-time role in Starbase. Part of SpaceX's Lifecycle hiring, posted 3 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Lifecycle roles is $105k-$140k (based on 336 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

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.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

Building on the rapid advancement of the Starship program, we are moving into a new phase of facility and infrastructure growth. As the Starship launch cadence ramps up we are in need of multiple new facilities to support new vehicle builds and reflight refurbishment across various sites. We are currently seeking a construction project engineer to support the rapid development and build of Starship's next generation vertical integration facilities. It is these facilities that will ultimately enable the path to the Moon, Mars and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee and own full lifecycle of projects with on-time and under-budget delivery
  • Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field and office
  • Be the overall construction project manager and extreme owner
  • Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control
  • Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers
  • Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time
  • Provide budgetary costs based upon the preliminary scope of the project
  • Gather proposals from architects, engineers and contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals
  • Facilitate city, county, and governmental approvals
  • Coordinate project implementation and track project status
  • Coordinate with end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance
  • Develop tools and approach to supporting the space allocation and adjudication process across the enterprise
  • Coordinate real estate planning and management functions as needed
  • Take on new projects ad-hoc as the business needs

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, architecture, or construction management 
  • 2+ years of construction experience  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 5+ years of experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • Experience with electrical, mechanical, or structural design and analysis
  • Ability to analyze problems and make sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications and cost
  • Experience with any of the following:
    • Infrastructure development of any kind
    • High power electrical systems, advanced mechanical systems and/or cleanroom design

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to work at elevated heights, outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain, snow)
  • Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (15 to 35 lbs.)
  • Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
  • Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on site operational needs
  • Ability to provide on-call support in emergency situations
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently
  • Occasional travel may be required based on specific project tasks
  • Valid driver’s license

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.

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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Construction Project Engineer (Starship) position at SpaceX located?

This position is based in Starbase. SpaceX has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Construction Project Engineer (Starship) at SpaceX earn?

SpaceX has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Construction Project Engineer (Starship) role at SpaceX posted?

This role was posted on July 20, 2026 (3 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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