Jobs at SpaceX
SpaceX was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling Mars colonization. The company’s breakthrough reusable rockets—Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and the upcoming Starship—have reshaped the aerospace industry, while Starlink’s satellite constellation is expanding global broadband coverage.
Engineering remains at the core of SpaceX’s hiring strategy. Roles span aerospace engineering, propulsion systems, software development for flight control and ground operations, manufacturing and quality assurance, supply‑chain logistics, finance, human resources, and marketing. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, problem‑solving challenges, and the chance to work on high‑impact projects that influence the company’s mission.
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Electron Beam Welder (Raptor Combustion Devices)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted Jun 19, 2025
Use various mechanical tools without instruction. 2+ years of experience in EB welding, TIG welding, CNC machine operation and/or mechanical assembly.
TIG Welder (Starship)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted Jun 04, 2025
Use various mechanical tools without instruction. AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification. Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions…
TIG Welder (Starship Components)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted Jun 05, 2025
Use various mechanical tools without instruction. AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification. Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions…
TIG Welder (Transfer Tube) - Multiple Shifts
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted Apr 25, 2025
Use various mechanical tools without instruction. Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions.
Orbital Tube Welder (Fluid Systems)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted Apr 03, 2025
1+ year of welding, machining or manufacturing experience OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, welding, and/or…
Friction Stir Welding Technician (Tank Weldment)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted Mar 14, 2025
Perform precision blending using hand tools to prepare metallic surfaces for welding and non-destructive evaluation.
TIG Welder (Propulsion Subassembly)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted Apr 29, 2025
Use various mechanical tools without instruction. Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions.
Foundry Welder (Raptor)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted Apr 24, 2025
Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations; read and interpret work instructions and part drawings (blueprints and CAD).
TIG Welder (Starship) - Level 4/5
Company: SpaceX
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Posted May 23, 2025
Use various mechanical tools without instruction. AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification. Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions…