# Construction Surveyor

- **Company:** SpaceX
- **Location:** Brownsville, TX, US (Not specified)
- **Salary:** Salary not disclosed
- **Contract:** Not specified
- **Posted:** 2026-11-12

## 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.
CONSTRUCTION SURVEYOR
RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan, execute, and check site construction layout, topographic surveys, and control for Starship civil work, including staking clearing boundaries, structures, utilities, and reference points
Establish, verify, and maintain horizontal and vertical survey control, and confirm field measurements before layout is released to construction
Set up, adjust, and operate survey instruments. Capture and reduce data with GPS, GIS, and/or robotic total stations (RTS), digital levels, and data collectors
Read and interpret construction plans, civil engineering drawings, and related technical documents; identify conflicts and coordinate resolutions with the Civil team
Perform and independently check survey calculations, adjustments, and quantity or as-built measurements
Create and maintain survey as-built drawings in AutoCAD
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of surveying equipment
Research current survey technology and recommend upgrades where they improve accuracy, speed, or as-built quality
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of experience in site construction layout, surveying, and civil engineering drawings
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
2+ years of experience creating and maintaining survey as built in AutoCAD
2+ years of hands-on experience with Leica or Trimble terrestrial LiDAR systems and associated software. Experience with other systems will be considered
Strong understanding of the principles of surveying, including control, error sources, and checking procedures
Strong understanding of heavy construction methods and practice
Experience leading field layout and as-built surveys with minimal oversight
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying light weight such as materials or equipment (ability to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted)
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Perform work occasionally in an environment with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise using appropriate personal protective equipment
Must be available to work extended hours, rotating shifts, and weekends
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 .

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