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City of Norwalk, CT

Assistant Civil Engineer

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$103K - $109K/yr

NASA Description of Work Position Definition: Selects and applies standard civil engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to a variety of public works planning, construction, design and land ...

City of Norwalk

Assistant Civil Engineer

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$103K - $109K/yr

Selects and applies standard civil engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to a variety of ... NASA Grade 05 The City of Norwalk is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employeer

Salas O'Brien

Civil Engineer

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

Civil Engineer, PE At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This ... south of NASA's Kennedy Space Center. Our office (formerly Nelson Engineering, a Salas O'Brien ...

Salas O'Brien, Inc.

Civil Engineer

Gulfport, MS

Civil Engineer, PE At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This ... south of NASA's Kennedy Space Center. Our office (formerly Nelson Engineering, a Salas O'Brien ...

Antares

Senior, Civil Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$140K - $185K/yr

... NASA, and the Department of Energy. About the Team The Antares Reactor Deployments team is ... Working across engineering, manufacturing, licensing, construction, supply chain, and operations ...

The Aerospace Corporation

You will work directly with NASA civil servants, industry partners, and international stakeholders ... Provide systems engineering and technical integration support forSCaNcommercialization and ...

Astrion

Orion GN&C Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$94K - $136K/yr

... NASA civil servants and various contractor employees DESIRED QUALIFICATION / SKILLS * Bachelor's degree in engineering * Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. * Significant experience with C, C ...

The Aerospace Corporation

You will work directly with NASA civil servants, industry partners, and international stakeholders ... Provide systems engineering and technical integration support forSCaNcommercialization and ...

Astrion

Orion GN&C Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... NASA civil servants and various contractor employees DESIRED QUALIFICATION / SKILLS * Bachelor's degree in engineering * Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. * Significant experience with C, C ...

City of Norwalk, CT

Permit Engineer

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$105K - $123K/yr

NASA Description of Work Position Definition: Administers the permit management program for the City. Selects and applies standard civil engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to permit ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for nasa civil engineering in the United States is $82,674.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a NASA civil engineer?

A NASA Civil Engineering job involves designing, constructing, and maintaining infrastructure essential for space missions and research facilities. Civil engineers at NASA work on projects such as launch pads, test stands, structural systems, and even concepts for extraterrestrial habitats. They ensure that infrastructure can withstand extreme conditions, including high loads and space-related environments. Their work supports space exploration, scientific research, and operational safety.

What types of projects do NASA civil engineers typically work on, and how does their work contribute to NASA's overall mission?

NASA Civil Engineers are involved in the design, construction, and maintenance of critical infrastructure, such as launch pads, research facility buildings, spaceport runways, and support systems for spacecraft operations. Their day-to-day responsibilities might include site analysis, drafting structural plans, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with engineers from other disciplines to solve unique engineering challenges. The work environment is highly collaborative, often requiring coordination with architects, environmental scientists, and aerospace engineers. By ensuring the reliability and safety of essential facilities, NASA Civil Engineers play a vital role in supporting groundbreaking aerospace missions and advancing space exploration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the NASA civil engineering position, and why are they important?

A NASA Civil Engineer typically needs a strong background in civil engineering principles, a bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Experience with design and analysis software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or STAAD.Pro, as well as familiarity with NASA project management and safety protocols, is highly valued. Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities help candidates effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and navigate complex technical challenges. These competencies are essential for ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and mission success of NASA’s space and terrestrial infrastructure projects.

Does NASA accept civil engineers?

NASA employs civil engineers in various roles related to infrastructure, facilities, and construction projects. Civil engineers interested in working at NASA typically need a relevant degree, engineering experience, and security clearances, with opportunities available through federal job postings and internships.
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Infographic showing various Nasa Civil Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,674 per year, or $39.7 per hour.

Civil Engineer II (NASA/White Sands Test Facility)

Chugach Government Solutions

Las Cruces, NM • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

About Us
When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.
The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. Our focus is to support facility maintenance, IT/technical services, construction and education. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields - each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.
At CGS, empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!
If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences - then Chugach Government Solutions may be the right fit for you!
Position Location
Position is located at NASA/White Sands Test Facility in Las Cruces NM.
Job Overview
Provide civil engineering support in the design, construction, and maintenance for facilities at the NASA Johnson Space Center, White Sands Test Facility (WTSF) site; Las Cruces, NM. The Civil Engineer is responsible to review project specifications such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, evaluation of field conditions, design changes, & reports. Position may manage the civil design process and orchestrate the planning, design, cost estimating, and phased scheduling for projects.
Preference for experienced civil engineer in water resources and environmental with focus on hydrology, hydraulics, water supply, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and environmental protection.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Duties:
  • Works mostly independently with moderate guidance/supervision from senior level engineer(s) and/or management relying on prior professional experience and knowledge of state and local regulations.
  • Performs civil design and planning work for new construction, renovation, and improvement projects for a variety of real property facilities.
  • Primary deliverables include scopes of work, specifications documents, and cost estimates for future projects.
  • Design and calculations may include underground utilities, drainage structures, roadways, parking areas, retaining walls, foundations & slabs; structural design (concrete, steel, timber); and architectural design (interior wall systems, insulation systems, ceiling, flooring, interior/exterior coatings, roofing systems; analysis and structural modifications to existing systems).
  • Utilizes professional knowledge of civil theory, standard engineering theory and techniques, and local regulations to perform requirements, determinations, technical assistance, and conventional design work.
  • Supports civil projects during construction, including coordinating answers to Requests for Information, Change Orders, and solving problems that arise in the field.
  • May observe and provide support to participants on design review committees and processes.
  • Engages engineering support personnel for CADD and GIS support during project development.
  • Serves as civil engineer-of-record for design documents and reports.
  • Prepares and presents informal and formal presentations to the customers and management.
  • Supports and participates in the company safety program.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Accountable For:
  • Knowledge of a broad range of civil engineering design and construction standards, methods, practices, techniques, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
  • Ensures the highest standards are achieved and maintained in terms of safety, environmental performance, quality, and efficiency and makes recommendations for improvement when necessary.
  • Keeping up-to-date and knowledgeable of applicable industry regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Communicating effectively, orally and in writing, including the ability to make presentations to senior team and client management.
  • Effectively coordinating numerous projects simultaneously.
  • Adherence to established company safety policies and good industrial and office safety practices.
  • Compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures and Personnel policies and procedures.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, reports, and submittals.
  • Provide occasional engineering support in the field under all environmental conditions.

Key Responsibilities:
Position will manage the civil design process and orchestrate the planning, design, cost estimating, and phased scheduling for projects. Prefer experience in water resources and environmental with focus on hydrology, hydraulics, water supply, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and environmental protection.
Job Requirements
Mandatory:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited university program.
  • Minimum of four (4) years' experience as a Design Engineer or Requirements Engineer in the field of civil engineering.
  • Skill in the use of MS Office products; Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat Standard/Pro at an intermediate level.
  • Ability to pass pre-hire background and drug screening as required on the contract.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain the required level clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship.
  • Valid state driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Preferred:
  • Registered as a Professional Engineer in the state of New Mexico or the ability to receive reciprocity within the introductory period.
  • Cross-discipline experience with mechanical and electrical facility projects, building automation and control networks.
  • Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation, Water GEM, AutoCAD, MS PowerPoint, Blue Beam REVU, Pipe Flow, Trane 3DS, RISA or any calculation software.
  • Experience working on a government contract or on a government

Working Conditions:
  • Desk/office work and test area work.
  • Test area work involves standing and directing technical personnel.
  • Field work may be necessary. Travel to remote sites/locations may be required.
  • Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility.
  • All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.
  • Work hours are subject to change, with weekend and/or holiday work as needed. May be required to work outside normal duty hours.

Physical Requirements:
  • Work is performed primarily in an office setting. This job may involve walking, standing, bending, reaching, and handling of items weighing up to 30 pounds.
  • Work requires the ability to operate a computer, effectively communicate information in verbal and written form, read and review information.
  • Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.
  • May be required to wear breathing protection (respirator), hearing protection, eye protection and other associated personal protective equipment.

Disclosures
Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.
Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.

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