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.
MECHANICAL SUPERINTENDENT (HVAC)
As a member of the HQ construction team, you will oversee and own the day-to-day site management of fast-paced, high impact construction jobs across all programs. To start, you will be the face of new construction for our Hawthorne campus – owning all project schedules, deliverables, construction, communication and completing minor repairs internally as needed. Additionally, you will supervise and lead a team of laborers and contractors to enable the build and activation of infrastructure for a variety of projects in Hawthorne, CA.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee and own the day-to-day site management of a fast-paced, high-impact construction project, including the responsibilities below:
- Manage construction site logistics/operations, including work schedules, project progress, and resource allocation.
- Use independent judgment to plan, supervise, and manage construction projects across SpaceX campuses.
- Implement and enforce SpaceX safety policies. Drive the safety culture on the jobsite through contractor and internal partners.
- Daily field coordination and conflict resolution for contractors and internal partners.
- Manage site logistics, including daily deliveries, offloading, inventory, storage, and staging of SpaceX purchased materials.
- Responsible for jobsite cleanliness.
- Maintain jobsite SWPP and enforce compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Create, enforce, and iterate on schedules for workers and subcontractors in conjunction with engineering and project management team.
- Maintain a daily log for the job site's operations, reporting to management as necessary.
- Management of SpaceX construction assets (trailers, rental equipment, etc.)
- Oversee the procurement and execution of specific construction projects as delegated by the engineering & project management team:
- Provide budgetary costs based upon the preliminary scope of the project.
- Gather proposals from contractors; assign contracts upon receipt of all proposals.
- Develop the final cost and schedule for the sub-project, and implement controls as needed to manage cost, schedule and scope.
- Coordinate project implementation and track project status.
- Coordinate with end user and facilities team for building operations and maintenance.
- Manage night shift contracts as project work requires.
- Make changes in the operation as necessary to best meet construction deadlines, triage issues to engineering and project management team as necessary to ensure schedule and quality are adequate.
- Responsible for contractor badging & security.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- 3+ years of professional experience in the construction industry with experience managing employees on a construction site and contract labor.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Field experience in a technical field or in managing a multi-discipline team of contractors/laborers.
- Previous experience with project management and scheduling software.
- Basic proficiency with AutoCAD.
- Knowledge of processes of jurisdictional permitting and/or environmental agencies.
- Understanding of multiple disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying.
- Experience with project management of construction projects including estimating, cost control, schedule, and contractor management.
- Experience reading, reviewing, and approving shop and fabrication drawings.
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
- Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work at elevated heights (200+ feet).
- Physical effort with lifting and carrying materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.).
- Exposure to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain.
- Work performed 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; flexibility required.
- Valid California driver’s license.
- Occasional travel may be required to support vehicle operations at production and launch sites.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Construction Superintendent /Level I: $80,000.00 - $107,500.00/per year
Construction Superintendent /Level II: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00/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, stock options, 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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
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.