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Compressed Air Technician Hawthorne, CA 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. COMPRESSED AIR TECHNICIAN (FACILITIES) As a member of the critical infrastructure team, you will help design, build, activate and maintain some of the world's most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a Mechanical Technician, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work with other infrastructure engineers, technicians, and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to maintain systems in peak operating condition, and to develop/update detailed work instructions for proper equipment preventative maintenance dedicated to ensuring zero unplanned interruption in services to employees and customers. - Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including air handlers, chilled water, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc. - Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, evacuation & charging of various refrigerants, water piping, insulation modifications

Construction Project Engineer Hawthorne, CA 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. CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER As a member of the HQ construction team, you will design, build, and activate some of the world's most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. We execute complex construction projects and infrastructure improvements from cradle to grave. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will work with other construction engineers, architects, trade partners and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. All SpaceX construction engineers serve additionally as project managers and supers - this is a construction management role per industry standards. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Oversee and own full lifecycle of projects with on-time and under-budget delivery - Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field and office - Be the overall construction project manager and extreme owner - Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control - Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers - Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time - Provide budgetary costs

Embedded Software Engineer (Starlink) Hawthorne, CA 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. EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK) Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions users worldwide. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites, hundreds of gateways, and millions of customer kits. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas. While users can get online within minutes almost anywhere in the world, we've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential. We are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for individuals, communities, and businesses. Below are just some of the focus areas for software teams on Starlink: - Develop software running on custom hardware that is deployed to millions of devices around the world - Create infrastructure and tools for rapid and reliable deployment of our code to our customers no matter where they are - Write software for Starlink's custom phased array and modem silicon - Radically improve the user experience of satellite internet - Develop a telemetry system

Principal Antenna Engineer (Starlink) Bastrop, TX 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. PRINCIPAL ANTENNA ENGINEER (STARLINK) SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation that provides fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for communities and businesses around the globe. As a Principal Antenna Engineer, you will have full ownership of all phased array, Wi-Fi, and other RF systems for this customer-facing hardware. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas. In addition, you will own advanced parabolic antenna systems for our gateways/ground stations, which we deploy regionally throughout the world. You will design, implement, and verify small router antennas, phased arrays,

Sr. Construction Engineer Hawthorne, CA 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. SR. CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER As a member of the HQ construction team, you will design, build, and activate some of the world's most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. We execute complex construction projects and infrastructure improvements from cradle to grave. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will work with other construction engineers, architects, trade partners and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. All SpaceX construction engineers serve additionally as project managers and supers - this is a construction management role per industry standards. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Oversee and own full lifecycle of projects with on-time and under-budget delivery - Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field and office - Be the overall construction project manager and extreme owner - Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control - Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers - Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time - Provide budgetary costs

Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical Metrology (Starlink) Bastrop, TX 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. SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, MECHANICAL METROLOGY (STARLINK) Starlink User Terminal business is experiencing exponential growth across consumer, retail, enterprise, and mobility applications. This rapid expansion requires a highly resilient and scalable supply chain with world-class precision measurement capabilities for high-tolerance mechanical components. The role entails early engagement in supplier selection, equipment selection, and process engineering to set programs up for success in high-volume manufacturing by ensuring material and process corners are fully completed. The role also includes ownership to deliver on time, monitor field performance, react to issues, and feed lessons learned back to engineering teams for iterative improvement. We are seeking a Metrology Engineer with strong technical and leadership skills to drive supplier development, metrology strategy, and AI-enabled measurement systems for mechanical parts in high-volume production. The Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical Metrology will be responsible for executing end-to-end supplier strategies focused on precision mechanical components and their associated metrology processes. This position will have significant technical and leadership influence across Starlink engineering, quality, and supply chain teams. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Own end-to-end supplier development for mechanical metrology and high-precision mechanical components within the Starlink User Terminal Bill of Materials, spanning strategic supplier selection, new product introduction

Construction Engineer (MEP) Hawthorne, CA 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. CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER (MEP) As a member of the HQ construction team, you will design, build, and activate some of the world's most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. We execute complex construction projects and infrastructure improvements from cradle to grave. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects at a time and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will work with other construction engineers, architects, trade partners and internal customers to support these goals and have the opportunity to drive real global impact, ultimately leading to making life multiplanetary. All SpaceX construction engineers serve additionally as project managers and supers - this is a construction management role per industry standards. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Oversee and own full lifecycle of projects with on-time and under-budget delivery - Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field and office - Be the overall construction project manager and extreme owner - Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling and cost control - Interact with contractors, fabricators, and internal customers - Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real-time - Provide budgetary costs

Sr. Materials Engineer, Metals (Starship) Hawthorne, CA 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. SR. MATERIALS ENGINEER, METALS (STARSHIP) Our Starship Materials Engineering team is serving as experts in various material disciplines to the broader company and working on making the best rockets and spacecraft in the world. As a member of this team you will constantly improve the materials and processes used to make these structures and components. This role will primarily be supporting component level hardware including, but not limited to control devices and mechanisms that drive critical capabilities on Starship/Super Heavy - from regulators and butterfly valves to flap/fin actuators. We design, manufacture, and test valves, regulators, and actuators for maximum reliability in extreme environments, compatibility with various fluids, temperatures ranging from 80 to 800K, and pressures beyond 800 bar. Special processing of metals including, but not limited to, plate/bar/sheet processing, casting, forging, coatings, and heat treating and expected to make an impact on the design, analysis, and manufacturing of components and mechanisms that spans across all our Starship vehicles. If your goal is to make an impact on the cutting edge of propulsion control devices, materials, and manufacturing technologies, this is the role for you. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Design, develop, and deploy materials and process direction for

Avionics Test Engineer (Starshield) Hawthorne, CA 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. AVIONICS TEST ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX's 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. As an avionics test engineer, you will have the unique opportunity to design and develop test systems for all the electronic hardware on our satellites. You will be expected to create test solutions from the ground up and be the last line of defense testing and screening out all electronic hardware for our spacecraft. Our fundamental goal is to improve humanity and ultimately to explore the stars; with it comes extreme responsibility to ensure the safety and reliability of our satellites and payloads. We're looking for people who want to dive in and get their hands dirty and those who are not afraid to make important decisions and work to provide data driven rationale. Every day we push the limits of what is possible through innovation, determination, and teamwork and we're only just beginning. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Design, develop, and maintain custom test solutions for flight hardware consisting of in-house developed electronics, optics, RF antennas

Design Development Technician (Starlink) Redmond, WA 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. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) The Starlink Development team is responsible for the fabrication and assembly of new product development, production tooling, and automation equipment for the rapidly growing Starlink factory. Technicians work closely with the engineering team to support high-impact projects to grow the Starlink Production line, from development to a high-volume production system. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Fabricate piece parts to print using machine shop and fabrication equipment - Build complex mechanical assemblies to a high standard which may include high and low-voltage wiring or pneumatics - Perform equipment operations using forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, or tractor trailers for critical moves/lifts within the facility BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: - High school diploma or equivalency certificate - 4+ years of welding experience including AC/DC TIG, MIG (shielded and none shielded) - 2+ years of experience in manual machine operations (milling or lathe) OR 2+ years of experience using fabrication tools such as drill presses, sanders, hand tools, cutting torches, plasma cutters, and material saws PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: - Able to read blueprints and complete basic shop math - Able to read and interpret fluid or electrical schematics - Able to work independently and problem-solve efficiently with minimal supervision -

Strategic Connectivity Lead, Market Access (Starlink) McGregor, TX 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. STRATEGIC CONNECTIVITY LEAD, MARKET ACCESS (STARLINK) Starlink will provide high-speed broadband to the world. This team is here to maximize the positive impact Starlink can have in the world. From connecting schools, hospitals, or community centers (what we call “Anchor Institutions”), to identifying and reducing internal and external barriers to connect the unconnected, we are here as a resource to do good on a global scale. Team members are expected to gather and analyze data, provide recommendations, achieve buy-in, and lead implementation through cross-functional teams. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Understand and drive core metrics of strategic connectivity to ensure we are meeting team and company objectives. - Create and maintain reporting dashboards and visualizations (e.g., using JIRA, Power BI, etc.) to track key performance indicators (KPIs). - Effectively navigate internal tooling (support agent, meta base, type form, etc.) to support project execution and process improvement. - Deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders, translating technical findings into clear, business-oriented recommendations that influence decision-making. - Support ad-hoc research projects, such as regional market assessments or emerging trends in broadband adoption, blending qualitative insights with quantitative rigor. - Identify initiatives for improvement of Starlink's business outlook, including developing, tracking, and

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Starship Components Operations) Hawthorne, CA 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. SR. MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (STARSHIP COMPONENTS OPERATIONS) The Starship Components Operations Build team owns the factory design and material flow to enable manufacturing, machining, and testing of flow control devices and mechanisms that drive critical capabilities on Starship/Super Heavy - from regulators and butterfly valves to flap/fin actuators. The Components Operations Engineering team builds the machine that makes the machine, in this case the factory that builds the components listed above. Factory build and expansion, process flow, machine moves, and project planning all fall under the scope of this team. Ops engineers have an eye for detail and simplicity and make that become reality on the factory floor. If you like strategic planning, juggling many different priorities, improving part flow, and spending most of your time away from your desk, a role on the operations engineering team may be for you! RESPONSIBILITIES: - Design and own factory and production area layouts following the rules of clear visual indicators and linear flow - Conduct job walks with vendors, negotiate prices and hold vendors to schedule - Host process walks of production lines, and ask questions to determine what process steps can be deleted or simplified and help

Sr. Supply Chain Planner, Raw Materials (Raptor) Hawthorne, CA 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. SR. SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER, RAW MATERIALS (RAPTOR) This is an exciting, high-profile, cross-functional position that plays a pivotal role in ensuring the timely forecasting and inventory management of critical raw materials and supports building a best-in-class supply chain. In this position, you will collaborate closely with procurement, production, and engineering teams to anticipate demand, mitigate risks, and maintain optimal inventory levels in a dynamic environment. Your work will directly impact production continuity, cost efficiency, and our ability to meet our high-rate launch cadence across Falcon and Starship. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented project manager who thrives on data analysis, strong cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, mission-driven organization. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Maintain accuracy and audit bill of materials (BOM) in material requirements planning (MRP) systems in preparation for launch vehicle and subassembly rate production - Establish and manage inventory level targets, review line of balances, align demand supply signals and allocations, maintain product master data, and develop expertise in SpaceX software, systems, and reporting tools - Identify and mitigate risk to ensure continuity of supply chain by constructing and executing a supply plan that meets quality standards and production deadlines

Certified Welding Inspector, NDE (Launch) Cape Canaveral, FL 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. CERTIFIED WELDING INSPECTOR, NDE (LAUNCH) The NDE Operations organization at SpaceX is an interdisciplinary team that is committed to providing high-quality inspections of flight components and production assemblies. The breadth of exposure as an NDE Level II Inspector is immense, as the organization is responsible for a large diversity of inspection types across Falcon, Dragon, Starship, and Raptor programs. You will have the ability to engage with the process to provide continuous improvement to execute on the mission to make humanity interplanetary. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Perform internal and external inspections to determine if a weldment/structure meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard, or document - Interpret codes and specifications in accordance with the drawing requirements - Use a computer to compile and submit data of acceptance or rejection of inspections, as well as for inter-office communications - Recommend and approve repairs as well as perform visual inspection of work in progress and completed work - Monitor welding processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux cored arc welding (FCAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and plasma arc welding (PAW) to ensure they are performed in accordance with qualified

Materials Engineer (Materials Laboratory) Hawthorne, CA 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. MATERIALS ENGINEER (MATERIALS LABORATORY) The Materials Engineer is a self-starter responsible for ensuring the quality, integrity, and usability of data generated across the Materials Lab while leading the development and qualification of new and improved test processes. You will establish engineering controls and quality systems, train lab personnel on first principles, investigate data anomalies, and drive capability expansion across Thermal, Characterization, Chemistry, Reliability, Mechanical Testing, and R&D segments. This role requires strong project management skills to simultaneously advance multiple initiatives while building a state-of-the-art laboratory that delivers high-quality data quickly to support SpaceX's most critical hardware programs. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Own data quality and integrity across the Materials Lab, including Thermal Analysis (TGA, LFA, DSC, DMA, STA, etc.), Characterization (SEM, EDS, XRD, optical microscopy, FTIR, etc.), Chemistry (ICP, spark OES, PSD, pycnometer testing, etc.), Reliability (corrosion, coatings, etc.), Mechanical Testing (cryo, room temperature, and elevated temperature tensile/compression/fatigue, Charpy, fracture toughness, etc.), and R&D (torch testing, heat treatments, Gleeble, and process development, etc.) - Develop and implement engineering controls, calibration procedures, and quality systems to ensure consistent, accurate, and traceable data output from all lab areas - Serve as a technical trainer and mentor, teaching lab technicians and engineers

Customer Integrity & Threat Detection Manager (Starlink) Bastrop, TX 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. CUSTOMER INTEGRITY & THREAT DETECTION MANAGER (STARLINK) At SpaceX, we are committed to ensuring the service remains a force for good and sustains trust worldwide: both connecting the unconnected and executing thorough processes to detect and prevent misuse by illicit operators. We are looking for an experienced professional to detect, disrupt, and investigate potential misuse of the service-including proactively combating and deterring illicit operators. This person must strike the careful balance of safeguarding customer information and privacy while applying enforcement measures and executing with an even-handed approach, avoiding overreach and disproportionate collateral impacts. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Proactively identify and assess platform integrity and abuse risks - Design and develop solutions to priority risks . O wn their deployment and effectivenes s in concert with a wide range of stakeholders - Represent the team in cross - functional groups and in appropriate areas of expertise - Establish yourself as an expert in 2+ relevant investigative techniques, technologies or abuse prevention strategies - Reactively investigate potential issues such as scams , fraud, and illicit goods and activities - Conduct periodic reviews to support legal and compliance obligations - Execute with consideration for customer privacy, targeting activities of