Construction Superintendent, Fluid Systems (Night Shift)

Construction Superintendent, Fluid Systems (Night Shift) SpaceX United States, Texas, Brownsville 1 Rocket Road (Show on map) Jun 09, 2026 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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT, FLUID SYSTEMS

(NIGHT SHIFT) As a construction superintendent focused on fluid systems at Starbase, you will own the day-to-day execution of field fluids and structural system build activities, including welding, tube bending, and boilermaking, for fluid systems and infrastructure projects at Starbase. This role directs contractors, plans and sequences work, and delivers high-quality, safe, and efficient installations in a fast-paced test and operations environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Own day-to-day execution of fluid system build projects on site Lead sitelogisticsand operations for fluid system build projects, including scheduling, progresstracking, quality control, and resource allocation Manage SpaceX construction asset material deliveries, storage, and site cleanliness Maintain construction barricades and the site stormwater pollution prevention plan Perform daily field coordination, conflict resolution, and schedule management for contractors and internal teams Oversee procurement and execution of construction projects Develop cost estimates,solicitbids, award contracts, and manage budget, schedule, and scope for fluid system packages Track progress, provide daily updates, and coordinate with end users and facilities teams Manage night shift contractors asrequired Directly supervise tube benders, boilermakers, fitters, and welders, set daily priorities, and drive productivity and accountability Plan and sequence fluid system build work to align with the project schedule and operational constraints Identifyand resolve blockers earl, including material access and engineering issues Serve as the primary point of contact for all build activities between contractors, engineering, and SpaceX teams Resolve field issues in real time, including fit-up interferences and design gaps Ensure all tube bends, fabrications, fit-ups, and installations meet SpaceX quality standard Review drawings, isometric diagrams, and field changes for constructibility Manage contractor badging and security access forcontractorpersonnel Proactively adjust operations to meet deadlines and escalate issues to engineering and project management asneeded Assistwith hands-on skilled trade work whenrequired(approximately20% of the time)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalencycertificate 3+ years of professional experience in the construction or aerospace industries, with experience leading or coordinating a laborforce 3+ years of hands-on experience with a construction trade skill

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Fluid system fabrication experience including tube bending andboilermakingon large-scale industrial or aerospace projects Experience estimating labor hours and managing budgets for fluid system scopes Strong field experience managing fluid system contractors, tube benders, boilermakers, fitters, and multi-disciplinary crews in fast-paced technical environments Ability to read and interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams, isometric drawings, fabrication drawings, and redlines Experience with fit-up, system tie-ins, modifications, and resolving constructibility issues in the field Solid understanding of fluid system quality requirements, with familiarity of weld quality requirements, visual inspection, and nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods (including radiographic testing) OSHA 30 certification Experience coordinating work around active test and operations environments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Availability to work extended hours and weekend as needed-flexibility is required Ability to travel to different sites, as needed, up to 20% travel Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand-over-hand Typicallyexposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

Stand:

Up to 10 hours per day

Sit:

Up to 10 hours per day

Push/Pull:

Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours perday

Overheadreach:

Up to 10 hours per day

Walk:

Up to 10 hours per day

Lift/Carry:

Up to 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day

Kneel/Crouch:

Up to 10 hours per day Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day Abilityto work in temperatures over 80 degrees for 6 hours or greater per day Must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description May be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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 toEEOCompliance@spacex.com.