Jobs at SpaceX
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SpaceX, founded in 2002 by Elon Musk, has transformed the aerospace sector with reusable rockets like the Falcon 9 and the ambitious Starship program. The company’s engineering teams pioneer propulsion chemistry, advanced avionics, and software that enable rapid, cost‑effective launches, while its Starlink satellite network pushes global broadband into new territories.
SpaceX hires across a spectrum of disciplines: aerospace, electrical, mechanical, and software engineering; manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply‑chain logistics; data science, cybersecurity, and AI; plus business functions such as finance, legal, marketing, and human resources. Candidates can expect a rigorous, multi‑step interview process that tests technical depth, problem‑solving speed, and cultural fit in a high‑velocity environment.
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Sr. IT Linux Systems Administrator - Top Secret Clearance
Company: SpaceX
Location: El Segundo, CA
Posted Oct 30, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is seeking an experienced Sr. IT Linux Systems Administrator. The role involves providing Linux support, installing and configuring systems, and participating in on-call rotations. The ideal candidate should have 6+ years of experience, strong Linux knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Preferred skills include scripting language proficiency, experience with hardware, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $105,000 - $140,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits and potential stock options.
International Infrastructure Engineer (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Redmond, WA
Posted Oct 30, 2024
SpaceX is seeking an International Infrastructure Engineer to design antenna sites and hardware for Starlink, a global satellite constellation providing internet access. The role involves traveling to develop infrastructure plans with international partners, managing large projects, and ensuring system health. Preferred qualifications include experience in electrical, mechanical, or structural design, and multidisciplinary project execution. The compensation range is $95,000 - $115,000 for Level I and $110,000 - $130,000 for Level II, with additional benefits including stock options, retirement plans, and health insurance.
Sr. Full Stack Software Engineer (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: South Bay
Posted Oct 26, 2024
SpaceX is a company that is actively developing technologies to make humanity's exploration of the stars possible. They are looking for full stack software engineers to help maximize the utility of their Starlink system, which provides fast and reliable internet to millions of users worldwide.
Customer Support Associate (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Lockhart, TX
Posted Oct 30, 2024
SpaceX is seeking a Customer Support Associate for Starlink, a satellite constellation providing global broadband internet. The role involves triaging and resolving customer issues, advocating for customers, and improving support processes. Preferred skills include excellent problem-solving, communication, empathy, and technical aptitude. The position requires relocation to Bastrop, TX and willingness to work shifts, overtime, holidays, and weekends. Compensation includes a pay range of $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, plus benefits and potential long-term incentives.
Manufacturing Engineer (Raptor Machining)
Company: SpaceX
Location: El Segundo, CA
Posted Oct 30, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is currently developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for Raptor machining, responsible for influencing, scaling, and solving production problems. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, designing and implementing production processes for critical hardware within cost and rate goals. They will work closely with various teams to ensure robust processes and quick problem-solving. The role involves overseeing the full machining process, from design to inspection, and driving processes towards a statistically controlled environment. The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or physics, 1+ years of manufacturing experience, and preferred skills in machining, design, and aerospace engineering.
Sr. Thermal Hardware Engineer (Starship)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Rockledge, FL
Posted Oct 30, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is currently hiring for a Sr. Thermal Hardware Engineer position. The role involves designing, building, and integrating systems for mass production of Starship heat shield tiles. Key responsibilities include owning the design and integration of production systems, developing material manufacturing systems, and utilizing CAD software for industrial mechanical assemblies. The ideal candidate should have a degree in mechanical, chemical, aerospace, materials, or manufacturing engineering, and at least 5 years of professional experience in aerospace or industrial manufacturing. Preferred skills include expertise in hazardous processing equipment, CAD software, and industrial control systems.
Customer Support Associate, Bilingual Ukrainian (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Oct 26, 2024
SpaceX is looking for a Customer Support Associate to join their Starlink team. The role involves triaging and resolving customer issues, providing technical support, and collaborating with internal teams. The ideal candidate has excellent problem-solving skills, fluency in English and Ukrainian, and experience in customer support.
Technical Support Associate, Bilingual (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Redmond
Posted Oct 26, 2024
SpaceX is actively developing technologies to make humanity's exploration of the stars possible, and is seeking a Technical Support Associate to join their Starlink Customer Support team.
Principal Application Security Engineer
Company: SpaceX
Location: Redmond, WA
Posted Oct 30, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is actively developing technologies for human life on Mars. The company's Starlink project, a global satellite internet system, is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. SpaceX is seeking a Principal Application Security Engineer to influence the security of Starlink.com and associated internet infrastructure. The role involves designing and building security infrastructure, continually auditing for security issues, and providing guidance to developers. The ideal candidate should have experience in security software development, web and mobile application penetration testing, and software development languages like Python, C++, Golang, or C#. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including stock options and retirement plans.
Mechanical Engineer, Site Fabrication
Company: SpaceX
Location: Lompoc, CA
Posted Oct 30, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human space exploration, is actively developing reusable launch vehicles, Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy, for delivering satellites and cargo to orbit. The company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design structures, fluid systems, and other launch site components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analysis, physics, and problem-solving, with experience in CAD, FEA, and hardware fabrication. The role involves full ownership of primary and secondary structures, leading design reviews, and serving as a technical interface with suppliers and customers. The position requires long hours, weekend work, and travel for hardware tests and launches. Compensation includes a competitive salary, long-term incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
Customer Support Associate, Bilingual Malay (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Oct 26, 2024
SpaceX is looking for a Customer Support Associate Bilingual to join their Starlink team. The role involves triaging and resolving customer issues, providing technical support, and collaborating with internal teams. The ideal candidate has excellent problem-solving skills, is fluent in English and Malay, and has experience in customer support.
Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Crew Starship)
Company: SpaceX
Location: El Segundo, CA
Posted Oct 30, 2024
SpaceX is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and build critical spacecraft systems for Crew Starship, aiming to enable human life on Mars and establish permanent communities on the Moon and beyond. The role involves full hardware ownership, from design to integration, and requires strong leadership, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration skills. Preferred qualifications include aerospace experience, trade study abilities, and proficiency in NX and GD&T.