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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. Supplier Development Engineer, PCBA (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Redmond
Posted Mar 18, 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 is seeking a Senior Supplier Development Engineer for the Starlink program, requiring extensive experience in SMT processing and microelectronics packaging. The role involves ensuring continuity of supply, collaborating with design engineers, and implementing production part approval processes. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of supplier quality processes, statistical techniques, and lean concepts. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including stock options and retirement plans. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EMI/ EMC Test Technician
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
SpaceX is seeking an Electromagnetic Environmental Effects Test Technician to join their fast-paced E3 team. The role involves ensuring avionics hardware performance across various vehicles, including Dragon, Falcon, and Starship. The technician will perform EMC/EMI emission and immunity testing, design and fabricate electro-mechanical assemblies, and operate various test equipment. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree in electronics or a technical certification, along with 2+ years of direct work experience in testing consumer electronics or electrical hardware. Preferred skills include familiarity with FCC and MIL-STD specifications, experience in a fast-paced test environment, and ability to program simple scripts in python. The role requires repetitive assembly operations, lifting, and the ability to work extended hours and weekends. Compensation includes a pay range of $23.00 - $43.00/hour, along with potential long-term incentives and comprehensive benefits.
Vessel Manager (Marine Operations)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Other US Location
Posted Mar 18, 2024
SpaceX is looking for an experienced Vessel Manager to lead fleet operations, crewing rotations, training, and vessel readiness. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, Merchant Mariner credential, and 2+ years of professional experience.
Video & Voice Engineer
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 18, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is actively developing technologies for human life on Mars. The Video & Voice Engineer role involves deploying and maintaining video and voice communication systems at the Vandenberg launch site and Long Beach recovery port. Responsibilities include working with engineers to deploy new cameras and voice communication systems, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM, 3+ years of experience with video systems, and 1+ years of experience with voice communication systems. Preferred skills include knowledge of TCP/IP networking protocols, experience with SDI routers, and understanding of RTS Intercoms and MOTOTRBO systems. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for long-term incentives.
Automation & Controls Engineer
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 20, 2024
SpaceX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer to design, build, and implement automated manufacturing and test equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 2+ years of experience in industrial automation, and proficiency in PLC programming, robotics, and HMI/SCADA systems. The role involves creating electrical and mechanical systems, managing electrical cabinet builds, and deploying automated processes into production. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Commercial Launch Sales Director
Company: SpaceX
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 19, 2024
<div> <p>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<p> <div> <p><strong>COMMERCIAL LAUNCH SALES DIRECTOR<strong><p> <p>As a sales director you will report to the Director of Commercial Sales and will be responsible for selling launch services to new and existing customers including satellite operators and manufacturers foreign governments and agencies private spaceflight participants and space exploration pioneers You will be a leader of sales for a geographic region and will operate with a great deal of autonomy You will remain agile to quickly respond to rapidly changing market dynamics Our team is lean so you will have the opportunity to demonstrate extreme ownership and will be instrumental in SpaceXs commercial launch expansion<p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES<strong><p> <ul><li>Sell SpaceX launch services manage customer relationships and develop new sales opportunities in your designated region or markets<li> <li>Utilize professional selling and business development techniques combined with product knowledge to market SpaceX launch and other services<li> <li>Gather customer requirements and work with the product engineering team to iterate on and improve SpaceX product offerings<li> <li>Meet with the executive team to review business development opportunities strategy and current market landscape<li> <li>Represent SpaceX in various forums including conferences SpaceX launches technology panels etc<li> <ul><p><strong>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS<strong><p> <ul><li>Bachelors degree<li> <li>10+ years of experience in a business development or sales role<li> <li>3+ years of technical sales experience<li> <ul><p><strong>PREFERRED EXPERIENCE<strong><p> <ul><li>MBA or masters degree with business or engineering focused curriculum<li> <li>Independently motivated professional with a demonstrated track record of pursuing and closing complex deals<li> <li>Strong interpersonal presentation and negotiation skills<li> <li>Demonstrated technical aptitude for the products youve supported<li> <li>Experience in aerospace sales with established networks of contacts preferably in the Americas<li> <li>Strong understanding of launch vehicles or satellites<li> <li>Strong analytical skills in business and technical issues<li> <li>Completed sales training coursework in Miller Heimans Strategic Selling or a similar program<li> <li>Multilingual<li> <ul><p><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS <strong><p> <ul><li>Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed<li> <li>Willingness to travel approximately 50 of the time to customer locations and other SpaceX locations<li> <ul><p><strong>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS <strong><p> <p>Sales Director $18500000 $23000000per year <p> <p>Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations jobrelated knowledge and skills education and experience<p> <p>Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX You may also be eligible for longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401k retirement plan short and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year<p> <p>This position is also eligible for a sales bonus plan <p> <div> <p><strong>ITAR REQUIREMENTS<strong><p> <ul><li>To conform to US Government export regulations applicant must be a i US citizen or national ii US lawful permanent resident aka green card holder iii Refugee under 8 USC 1157 or iv Asylee under 8 USC 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State Learn more about the ITAR here <li> <ul><p>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 originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status<p> <p>Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the applicationinterview process should notify the Human Resources Department at 310 3636000<p> <div>
Federal Trade Zone Classification Specialist (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is seeking a Customs Operations Specialist (Starlink). The role involves managing daily import activities, determining import and export classifications, and collaborating with various government agencies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in U.S. Customs and international trade regulatory agencies, with 1+ years of experience in the U.S. Foreign Trade Zones program. Preferred skills include knowledge of U.S. Customs Regulations, duty drawback, and import/export compliance programs. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires onsite work. Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $115,000 per year, with additional benefits including stock options, retirement plans, and various discounts.
Principal, Satellite Policy (Spectrum Coordination)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 19, 2024
<div> <p>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<p> <div> <p><strong>PRINCIPAL SATELLITE POLICY SPECTRUM COORDINATION<strong><p> <p>Starlink provides highspeed broadband across the United States and around the world SpaceX is looking for a motivated selfstarter who will direct SpaceXs spectrum coordination with other operators and engage in policy advocacy related to spectrum coordination as needed to enable and protect the provision of SpaceXs groundbreaking Starlink service <p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES <strong><p> <ul><li>Develop and guide SpaceXs spectrum strategies to further SpaceXs regulatory policy business and technology objectives for Starlink globally particularly in relation to spectrum coordination sharing and access<li> <li>Lead technical and nontechnical spectrum coordination discussions with public and private satellite and terrestrial operators to represent and promote the companys positions<li> <li>Help develop organize and drive technical analyses pertaining to radio frequency interference for purposes of spectrum coordination and sharing including interfacing with SpaceX radio frequency engineers to understand current and future Starlink technologies and their use in operation and to carry out interference analyses<li> <li>Draft and negotiate coordination and operational agreements to share spectrum with other operators and users of radio frequency spectrum<li> <li>Represent and promote company policies and positions before US and nonUS government agencies and other stakeholders particularly in relation to spectrum coordination sharing and access<li> <li>Draft pleadings letters and other advocacy pieces to promote SpaceXs spectrum policy positions<li> <li>Help support company positions at the International Telecommunications Union that relate to spectrum coordination sharing and access<li> <li>Interface with members of the satellite policy regulatory licensing and engineering teams in relation to spectrum coordination and sharing strategies and activities<li> <ul><p><strong>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS<strong><p> <ul><li>Bachelors degree<li> <li>5+ years of experience in the telecommunications or another technical industry or as an attorney with telecommunications or technical matters such as patent litigation andor technology transactions<li> <ul><p><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE<strong><p> <ul><li>Bachelors degree in engineering physics computer science or another technical field<li> <li>Juris Doctor degree<li> <li>Experience negotiating agreements with other companies<li> <li>Familiarity with spectrum coordination<li> <li>Knowledge of radiofrequency spectrum technology andor electromagnetic theory<li> <li>Familiarity with computer simulations<li> <ul><p><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS<strong><p> <ul><li>Willingness to travel up to~20<li> <li>Ability to work extended hours and weekends if needed<li> <ul><p>Pay Range <p> <p>Principal Satellite Policy $150000 $205000per year<p> <p>Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations jobrelated knowledge and skills education and experience<p> <p>Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX You may also be eligible for longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401k retirement plan short and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year <p> <div> <p><strong>ITAR REQUIREMENTS<strong><p> <ul><li>To conform to US Government export regulations applicant must be a i US citizen or national ii US lawful permanent resident aka green card holder iii Refugee under 8 USC 1157 or iv Asylee under 8 USC 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State Learn more about the ITAR here <li> <ul><p>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 originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status<p> <p>Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the applicationinterview process should notify the Human Resources Department at 310 3636000<p> <div>
Country Growth Lead (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 20, 2024
SpaceX is actively developing technologies to make humanity's exploration of the stars possible, with a goal of enabling human life on Mars. The company is seeking a Country Growth Lead to drive growth and success in various regions.
Propulsion Engineer (Dragon)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 18, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The company is seeking a Propulsion Engineer (Dragon) to develop and test propulsion engines, fluid components, tanks, and systems for the Dragon spacecraft. The ideal candidate should have a degree in aerospace engineering or related field, 1+ years of design experience, and proficiency in CAD packages, FEA software, and aerospace materials. The role involves working in a collaborative team environment, extended hours, and potential travel to remote sites.
Supply Chain Planning Manager (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 20, 2024
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief in human exploration of the stars, is actively developing technologies for human life on Mars. They are seeking a Supply Chain Planning Manager for their Starlink project, aiming to provide global broadband internet. The role involves managing supply schedules, coordinating with various teams, identifying supply risks, and implementing new processes. The ideal candidate should have experience in engineering, purchasing, or supply chain management, and possess skills in ERP systems, data analytics, and MS Excel. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including stock options and retirement plans.
Software Engineer, Hardware Test & Automation (Starshield)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 20, 2024
<div> <p>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<p> <div> <p><strong>SOFTWARE ENGINEER HARDWARE TEST amp AUTOMATION STARSHIELD<strong><p> <p>Starshield leverages SpaceXs Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use Starshield is designed for government use with an initial focus on earth observation communications and hosted payloads<p> <p>As a Software Engineer on the Starshield Integration amp Test team your focus will be on developing integrated operations and automation infrastructure for the Hardware In The Loop HITL testbeds and production floor that bring the Starshield Satellites to life Our software engineers are responsible for the tools that enable rapid development and accurate testing of all Starshield hardware systems with a continual focus on design reliability and innovation from test hardware system designs to our software infrastructure Our engineers serve as the experts for the flight control devices and mechanisms that drive the critical capabilities on our satellites from inertial control devices to space lasers and more While your main ownership will be infrastructure related to testing knowledge of the hardware being tested and understanding how our Satellites work as a whole is essential<p> <p>Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here engineers on this team are curious and collaborative love to learn new things and work effectively in a dynamic environment to deliver highimpact technology on a massive scale<p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES<strong><p> <ul><li>Develop modular reusable test and automation software in Python and similar languages for manufacturing and engineering design verification<li> <li>Write automation software to interact with flight hardware test equipment instrumentation and production documentation systems<li> <li>Develop software that allows for test execution across multiple environments hardwareintheloop HITL HIL and virtualized hardware simulations<li> <li>Develop custom automation solutions to engineering and manufacturing challenges using a combination of embedded electronics and innovative hardware<li> <li>Develop algorithms to analyze complex test data to determine if components have met acceptance criteria<li> <li>Maintain and troubleshoot existing automation infrastructure and work with partner teams to determine and correct root cause of failures<li> <li>Define and implement project plans manage milestones and hold reviews to assure reliable test systems are delivered to production<li> <li>Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment test execution and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system<li> <ul><p><strong>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS<strong><p> <ul><li>Bachelors degree in computer science engineering math or STEM discipline<li> <li>1+ year of software development experience in C C++ or Python or full stack software development experience internship experience is applicable<li> <ul><p><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE<strong><p> <ul><li>Extensive knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems<li> <li>Experience with configuration management and version control software<li> <li>Experience with continuous integration and agile development<li> <li>Experience automating processes and testing to improve manufacturing yields and reduce production time<li> <li>Experience with control feedback loop design and implementation<li> <li>Experience with numerical analysis techniques and signal processing in multiple domains<li> <li>Extensive knowledge with a range of digital and analog interfaces including GPIB USB VISA TCPIP VLAN CAN bus SPI I2C Modbus analogtodigital conversion<li> <li>Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware such as network devices and lab instrumentation<li> <li>Experience with spacecraft fluid systems<li> <li>Experience with high power electrical systems<li> <li>Experience with embedded hardware product development<li> <li>Developed and deployed software that has been used in realworld applicationsprojects<li> <li>Experience with containerization technologies ie Docker Kubernetes<li> <li>Radio frequency RF systemlevel design modems and diagnostic test equipment experience<li> <li>Strong skills in troubleshooting debugging performance optimization and unit testing<li> <li>Experience with continuous integration and monitoring<li> <li>Solid fundamental knowledge of networks electronics RF communications optics math and physics<li> <li>Ability and willingness to obtain a TopSecret clearance<li> <ul><p><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS<strong><p> <ul><li>Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed<li> <li>An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions if so you will be subject to preemployment drug and random drug and alcohol testing<li> <ul><div> <p><strong>ITAR REQUIREMENTS<strong><p> <ul><li>To conform to US Government export regulations applicant must be a i US citizen or national ii US lawful permanent resident aka green card holder iii Refugee under 8 USC 1157 or iv Asylee under 8 USC 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State Learn more about the ITAR here <li> <ul><p>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 originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status<p> <p>Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the applicationinterview process should notify the Human Resources Department at 310 3636000<p> <div>