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Construction Project Engineer (Starlink)

Redmond, WA
Full Time On-site

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Job Description

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER

As a Construction Project Engineer, you will design, build, and activate infrastructure for a variety of projects at the Starlink production facility. 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. You will work with construction project managers, facility engineers, designers, facilities and maintenance team, vendors, and internal partners/customers to support these goals. All SpaceX construction engineers serve additionally as project managers and supers - this is a construction management role per industry standards. You will have the opportunity to drive positive change and own projects from start to finish, with the goal of making the SpaceX campus a world-class manufacturing facility.

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 civil engineering, mechanical engineering, structural engineering or construction management
  • 1+ years of construction experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3+ 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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Construction Project Engineer I: $100,000 - $115,000/per year
Construction Project Engineer II: $110,000 - $135,000/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 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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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. Section 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 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.

About SpaceX

SpaceX

SpaceX is one of the most influential aerospace companies in the world, transforming space launch, satellite communications, and deep-space transportation. Founded by Elon Musk, SpaceX designs and manufactures advanced rockets and spacecraft, including Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship, alongside the Dragon spacecraft and the Starlink satellite internet constellation. The company plays a major role in U.S. space access, national security launch capabilities, and commercial space infrastructure.

For job seekers, SpaceX offers opportunities across some of the most demanding engineering disciplines in the industry, including aerospace engineering, propulsion, software development, avionics, manufacturing, robotics, materials science, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to engineers, technicians, and builders who want to work in a high-intensity environment focused on rapid iteration, vertical integration, and hands-on hardware development at scale.

Unlike traditional aerospace contractors that rely heavily on long development cycles, SpaceX operates with a fast-paced, vertically integrated engineering culture where teams design, build, test, and fly systems in rapid succession. Employees often work directly on flight hardware and production systems, contributing to programs that routinely push the boundaries of reusability, launch frequency, and cost reduction in space access.

As global demand for satellite communications, space infrastructure, and national security launch services continues to grow, SpaceX remains one of the most important employers in aerospace and defense-adjacent technology. For professionals seeking a highly challenging, mission-driven career at the cutting edge of spaceflight and advanced engineering, SpaceX stands out as one of the most ambitious and impactful companies in the world.

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