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Civil Engineer, Land Development (Starship Launch Pad)

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Last seen by MeritLog September 9, 2026Source: GreenhouseSource version: greenhouse-job-board-v1

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Location: Cape Canaveral, FL

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What the role asks for

What you'd do

Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type land development projects
Perform all calculations necessary for grading and drainage, stormwater control facilities, water quality, domestic water distribution, and other underground utilities
Drive coordination and design necessary to obtain local, state, and federal permits as it relates to land development and utility construction projects
Manage the civil aspects of construction projects in the field; including quality control, conflict resolution, and coordination of a multi-discipline contractor team
Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients to develop project requirements, schedule, and cost estimates prior to project implementation
Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time

What they're asking for

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or other engineering disciplineEducation
1+ years of professional experience in civil engineering design, analysis, and/or draftingExperience
Proficiency in technical skills in storm water management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designsSkillPreferred
Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, electrical and surveyingSkillPreferred
EIT or Professional Engineering (PE) licenseCredentialPreferred
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environmentSkillPreferred
Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor managementSkillPreferred
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape CanaveralSkillPreferred
Ability to perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heightsSkillPreferred
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as neededSkillPreferred
Ability to remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPESkillPreferred
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.SkillPreferred

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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. CIVIL ENGINEER, LAND DEVELOPMENT (STARSHIP LAUNCH PAD) As a member of the Starship Launch Pad Engineering team, 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: • Develop and issue drawings, design documentation, and reports for aerospace, industrial, and commercial type land development projects • Perform all calculations necessary for grading and drainage, stormwater control facilities, water quality, domestic water distribution, and other underground utilities • Drive coordination and design necessary to obtain local, state, and federal permits as it relates to land development and utility construction projects • Manage the civil aspects of construction projects in the field; including quality control, conflict resolution, and coordination of a multi-discipline contractor team • Interact with contractors, fabricators, owners, and internal clients to develop project requirements, schedule, and cost estimates prior to project implementation • Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or other engineering discipline • 1+ years of professional experience in civil engineering design, analysis, and/or drafting PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Proficiency in technical skills in storm water management, hydraulics, hydrological analysis, grading and other site development related designs • Understanding of other disciplines such as electrical, piping, geotechnical, electrical and surveying • EIT or Professional Engineering (PE) license • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environment • Experience with project management of major construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral • Ability to perform hands-on work in all environments (heat, cold, rain), in tight quarters or at heights • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed • Ability to remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE 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.