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Pae

Aerothermal Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... of NASA civil servants and various contractor employees. Requisition Preferences: MS or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering Expertise in interpretation of ground test and flight data ...

Mclaurin Aerospace

Orion GN&C Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... NASA civil servants and contractor employees.Experience with Microsoft Office productsPreferred ... JEOD (JSC Engineering Orbital Dynamics)Benefits Competitive payPositive work-life balance100 ...

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Senior Civil Designer

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

Land development and civil engineering design of various types of projects with the Federal Government (NASA and Department of Defense), and commercial Aerospace companies. * Usage of AutoCAD and ...

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As of Aug 10, 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 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 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.

Does NASA accept civil engineers?

NASA employs civil engineers in 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 portals and NASA's career website.

Does NASA still hire civil engineers?

Yes, NASA continues to hire civil engineers for projects related to infrastructure, facilities, and environmental systems. Civil engineers at NASA typically need a relevant degree, security clearance, and experience with construction, design, or maintenance of large-scale facilities.

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.

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Civil/Structural Professional Engineer (3942)

Navarro Inc.

Paducah, KY • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Civil/Structural Professional Engineer (3942) in Paducah, KY. This is a remote position with travel to Paducah when needed.

Navarro is an award-winning provider of turnkey solutions, delivering comprehensive nuclear, environmental and technical services to federal agencies, commercial enterprises and private clients across the United States. Our expertise supports organizations such as the Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Department of Defense and NASA, while also extending to commercial industries and private sector partners facing complex engineering, technical and environmental challenges. Navarro specializes in nuclear operations, environmental remediation, D&D, waste management, advanced energy, facilities management, and technical and professional services. For more information, please visit Navarro-inc.com.

Position Summary

Navarro is seeking a Kentucky-licensed Professional Engineer (PE) - Civil/Structural to support bid and task-based design engineering services for the Department of Energy (DOE) facility modification work in Paducah, Kentucky. This role supports civil and structural engineering evaluations, design products, and modifications associated with existing DOE-owned structures and systems.

The work consists of engineering support for existing facility modifications, including evaluation of structures and systems, development of civil/structural design documentation, and support for field visits or project meetings at the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant as required by individual task assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide civil and structural engineering support for DOE facility modification projects and evaluations of existing structures and systems.
  • Develop and review civil/structural specifications, calculations, engineering evaluations, structural assessments, design drawings, and statements of work.
  • Evaluate structural conditions, design requirements, constructability considerations, and discipline interfaces associated with modifications to existing facilities.
  • Support application of seismic loads and applicable civil/structural codes and standards to assigned design tasks.
  • Apply applicable design codes, standards, site procedures, engineering design control requirements, and assigned quality levels to task-based engineering work.
  • Coordinate with project managers, design engineering management, discipline leads, client representatives, and other technical staff to support task execution, reviews, schedules, and field visit needs.
  • Support work planning, technical input, milestone deliverables, engineering documentation, and design activities on an intermittent or task-specific basis as project requirements are defined.
  • Comply with site access, safety, quality assurance, security, radiological control, and worker safety and health requirements applicable to DOE facility work.

Requirements

  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
  • Experience developing civil/structural engineering design products, including specifications, calculations, evaluations, assessments, statements of work, and design drawings.
  • Department of Energy (DOE) experience is required.
  • Experience supporting engineering work in industrial, chemical processing, nuclear processing, environmental, or other complex regulated facility environments.
  • Ability to support task-based engineering assignments that may range from a few weeks to several months, depending on design scope and project needs.
  • Ability to provide individual Kentucky PE license information for proposal submittal purposes; associated subcontractor firm must hold a current permit in the Commonwealth of Kentucky to perform engineering services.
  • Ability to support field visits and/or project meetings at the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Kevil, Kentucky, as needed.
  • Ability to meet DOE site access, badging, security, training, safety, quality assurance, and radiological control requirements, as applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with STAAD structural software.
  • Knowledge of ASME codes for hoisting and rigging, AWS, IBC, AISC, ACI-318, and ASCE 7-10.
  • Experience applying seismic loads to industrial, nuclear, or DOE facility structures.
  • Experience in hoisting and rigging, powered industrial truck attachments, or industrial welding.
  • Experience coordinating civil/structural design scope with mechanical, electrical, I&C, chemical, project management, safety, quality, and field execution stakeholders.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline and current Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky are required. DOE experience and civil/structural engineering experience supporting industrial, nuclear, environmental, or other complex regulated facility design work are required.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

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Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability