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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Senior Failure Analysis Engineer (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Redmond, WA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Propulsion Engineer (Merlin Development and Hardware)
Company: SpaceX
Location: El Segundo, CA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Metal Spinning Technician (COPV)
Company: SpaceX
Location: El Segundo, CA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
SpaceX, founded with the vision of enabling human life on Mars, is actively developing necessary technologies. The company is currently seeking a Metal Spinning Technician (COPV) with experience in structural assembly, machine operation, and surface blending. The role involves tasks such as drilling, deburring, assembling tools, and operating machinery. Preferred skills include experience with large structures, heat treating, and data analysis. The position requires flexibility, ability to lift up to 25 lbs, and willingness to work various shifts. Compensation ranges from $22.00 to $38.00 per hour, with additional benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and stock options.
Precision Inspector, CMM (Falcon)
Company: SpaceX
Location: El Segundo, CA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
SpaceX, founded with the vision of human life on Mars, is actively developing technologies for space exploration. The Precision Inspector role involves quality control, CMM programming, and inspection of flight hardware. The job requires 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience, CMM programming skills, and aerospace inspection experience. Preferred skills include AS9100 and ISO 9001 knowledge, PC-DMIS software proficiency, and Verisurf software experience. The role involves travel up to 20% of the time, working all shifts, and lifting up to 25 lbs. The compensation ranges from $30.00 to $48.00 per hour, with additional benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and stock options. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contracts Manager
Company: SpaceX
Location: El Segundo, CA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
SpaceX, a company founded on the belief of human exploration of the stars, is seeking a Contracts Manager. The role involves contract administration, compliance, and negotiation across various U.S. Government and commercial contracts. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of government contract administration experience, and knowledge of government contracts, FAR, DFAR, and NFS. Preferred skills include DoD/NASA contract administration experience, RFP analysis, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 - $200,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits and potential for long-term incentives.
Launch Quality Inspector - Multiple Shifts
Company: SpaceX
Location: Lompoc, CA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
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 Launch Quality Inspector with experience in aerospace, military, or manufacturing environments. The role involves performing in-process inspections, verifying design and performance characteristics, documenting anomalies, and communicating quality-related issues. The ideal candidate should have an associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related fields, and knowledge of aerospace propulsion, structures, and avionics. They must be able to work various shifts, pass a background check, and be willing to work overtime. The compensation package includes a competitive hourly rate, long-term incentives, comprehensive benefits, and various perks.
Porter - Temporary
Company: SpaceX
Location: Brownsville, TX
Posted Jan 23, 2025
SpaceX, a company with a vision of enabling human life on Mars, is currently hiring for a temporary Porter position in Brownsville, Texas. The role involves interacting with guests and staff, restocking supplies, and maintaining a safe and secure environment. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of relevant experience, a food handler card, and the ability to lift heavy items. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and potential for permanent hire based on performance. SpaceX is an equal opportunity employer.
Propulsion Engineer (Merlin Main Injector)
Company: SpaceX
Location: El Segundo, CA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Sr. Software Infrastructure Engineer (Starlink)
Company: SpaceX
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
SpaceX, founded with the vision of human life on Mars, is actively developing technologies for this goal. The company is currently deploying Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system, which has already impacted 3M+ users globally. SpaceX is seeking a Senior Software Infrastructure Engineer (Starlink) to design, operate, and scale the infrastructure for the world's largest satellite constellation. The role involves developing automation for compute resources, collaborating with software engineers, and managing a network handling millions of daily users. The ideal candidate should have a degree in computer science or related field, 5+ years of experience in systems administration, site reliability engineering, or DevOps, and proficiency in Linux, Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, and Python.