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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 28 days SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 52% of SpaceX's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
- high 1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3062 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.
About this role
As a Structural Engineer for SpaceX's Starlink project, you will collaborate with a multi-discipline team to design and build critical infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include developing engineering drawings, managing construction contracts, preparing cost estimates, and resolving on-site conflicts. This role is based in Bastrop, TX, and requires hands-on involvement in various construction activities.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
- 2+ years of professional experience in engineering and/or construction
Nice to have
- 5+ years of civil/structural technical experience with working knowledge in construction
- Professional Engineering (PE) license
- 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 Codes (IBC)
- Experience creating detailed structural drawings/sketches in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, or similar programs
- General familiarity with civil and site prep construction (earthwork, utilities, etc.)
Worth weighing
- On-site work required; no remote work considered
- Role involves physical effort and working in various weather conditions
- Extended hours and weekend work may be necessary based on operational needs
- Occasional travel may be required for specific project tasks
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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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