Careers at SpaceX

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. SOURCING MANAGER, PCB (STARLINK) At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing 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 individuals to join our supply chain team and help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. This is a high-profile, cross functional position that plays an integral role in enabling development and production flow of satellites. Working in close coordination with engineering and manufacturing departments, sourcing specialists execute effective creative and smart supply chain strategies to achieve production goals. The functions within the supply chain management include material requirements planning, delivery management, dock-to-stock coordination, and inventory management. With integration taking place in-house, sourcing specialists are able to see their assemblies come to life every day! RESPONSIBILITIES: Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development Pull and aggregate the overall demand picture for hardware used to support the Starlink satellite constellation to enable an accurate demand signal that will enable rate Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs and RFQs Partner with internal stakeholders to run the RFX process and evaluation, then use results to implement a sourcing decision Manage cost aggressively to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts Develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis Ensure that suppliers are prepared to support all prototype builds with appropriate equipment and material to ensure successful product development, ramp up and mass production Drive internal and external process improvements to enhance efficiency and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including those related to contract award, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies and critical supply issues Develop, manage, and maintain strong supplier partnerships Implement analytical data management tools to manage supplier performance BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 9+ years of experience working in one or more of the following in lieu of a degree: Engineering Purchasing Contract negotiation Material or production planning Operations or supply chain management Material cost control Master production scheduling Technical procurement or planning experience with PCB, PCBA, or electrical components PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience with printed circuit board and/or substrate fabrication Experience with PCBAs, contract manufacturing, electronic component packaging, and/or managing a technical supply chain Experience in managing high-spend portfolios (i.e. $10M+) Experience with MRP or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and with managing bill of materials, work orders, and purchase orders Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and lead time analysis Strong skills in data analysis using Excel, SQL and PowerBI Effective written and verbal communications skills, with strong ability to communicate to all levels of internal personnel Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment Ability to conduct all activities with integrity and urgency ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: May need to work irregular hours with global suppliers in different time zones Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed This position is based in Redmond, WA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Level 3: $120,000.00 - $175,000.00 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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. SOURCING SPECIALIST, PCB/PCBA (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 three areas: Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. Designed to meet diverse mission requirements, Starshield satellites are capable of integrating a wide variety of payloads, offering unique versatility to users. With the proven ability to iterate rapidly, SpaceX's unique full-stack approach in developing end-to-end systems, from launch vehicles to user terminals, enables the deployment of capabilities at scale with unprecedented speed. Starshield's proliferated low-Earth orbit architecture provides inherent resiliency and constant connectivity to on-orbit assets, while SpaceX's proven rapid launch capability provides expedient and economical access to space. As a member of the Starshield Supply Chain team, you will own the demand planning and strategic sourcing that power the hardware for SpaceX’s next-generation satellite constellation. You’ll drive end-to-end supply chain execution for critical components used both on the satellites and in their production, balancing aggressive cost, quality, and lead-time targets while scaling production at unprecedented rates. At SpaceX we don’t just manage suppliers; we actively shape them, pushing the industry to higher standards of performance and reliability. Our department spans procurement, planning & fulfillment, supplier development & quality, logistics, and inventory. In this role you will operate at the center of that ecosystem, enabling the high-volume satellite factory of the future. We move fast. If you thrive in a high-velocity environment and want your work on projects that directly impact the national security of the United States, this is your opportunity. RESPONSIBILITIES: Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development Pull and aggregate the overall demand picture for hardware used to support the Starshield satellite constellation to enable an accurate demand signal that will enable rate Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs and RFQs Partner with internal stakeholders to run the RFX process and evaluation, then use results to implement a sourcing decision Manage cost aggressively to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts Develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis Ensure that suppliers are prepared to support all prototype builds with appropriate equipment and material to ensure successful product development, ramp up and mass production Drive internal and external process improvements to enhance efficiency and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including those related to contract award, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies and critical supply issues Develop, manage, and maintain strong supplier partnerships Implement analytical data management tools to manage supplier performance BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of experience working in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management, or engineering PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Technical procurement or planning experience with PCB, PCBA, or electrical components Technical procurement, manufacturing, or electronic component and board-level commodity experience Proven track record of leadership and team-building skills Experience in production purchasing preferred Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills Knowledge and skills in current technologies and applications, e.g. MS Office Suite, SQL, Access, etc. Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs Excellent customer service skills Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment Conducts all activities with the highest integrity Previous work experience reading datasheets, drawings, and blueprints ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: May need to work irregular hours with global suppliers in different time zones Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed, up to 25% travel Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Level 1: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 Level 2: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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. SPRING 2027 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP/CO-OP SpaceX seeks extraordinary students to join us for software engineering roles in Spring 2027. As a software intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees who will help you apply your knowledge and grow your skills on projects that have a significant impact. You’ll also get to have some fun and network with other interns and employees through optional social and professional events. If you’ve demonstrated a commitment to academic success and motivation to apply your knowledge outside of the classroom, you are a great candidate! Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving problems and want to make an impact on a super inspiring mission. Internships are available with a variety of software engineering teams across the company at Bastrop, TX; Brownsville, TX; Cape Canaveral, FL; Hawthorne (Los Angeles), CA; Irvine, CA; McGregor (Waco), TX; Palo Alto, CA; and Redmond (Seattle), WA. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or graduate program 3+ months of software programming or development experience Software coding experience in one or more of the following: C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python Applicant for this intern position must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (e.g., green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: GPA of 3.5 or above 6+ months experience developing and deploying software that has been used on real-world applications and projects Strong fundamental knowledge of computer architecture and networks Experience with software documentation, creating system diagrams, and enumerating software requirements Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization and unit testing Strong interpersonal skills (examples: leading a student organization or working successfully in teams) Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in January or March 2027 Able to provide own transportation for positions at Brownsville, Cape Canaveral and McGregor locations COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Software Engineering Intern/Freshman/Sophomore: $30.00/hour Software Engineering Intern/Junior/Senior: $34.00/hour Software Engineering Intern/Completed Bachelor's: $36.00/hour Software Engineering Intern/Completed Master's: $38.00/hour Software Engineering Intern/Completed PhD: $40.00/hour Your salary will be determined by academic level. Pay is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs, as well as access to our comprehensive medical coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan. Students joining SpaceX through our internship program will receive the opportunity to attend presentations from company leaders, social and networking events, as well as professional and personal development trainings. Interns are also eligible for paid company holidays. SpaceX offers 10 or more paid holidays per year. PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS: VEHICLE DRAGON : The Dragon spacecraft is capable of carrying up to 7 passengers to and from Earth orbit, and beyond. It is the only spacecraft currently flying that is capable of returning significant amounts of cargo to Earth and is the first private spacecraft to take humans to the space station. FALCON : The Falcon program tackles space exploration’s toughest problems through the ongoing development of our reusable launch vehicles, Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy. These vehicles are currently responsible for delivering commercial, national security, and NASA satellites into orbit, as well as supply critical science, supplies, and crew to the International Space Station. STARSHIP: The Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket – collectively referred to as Starship – represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship is the world’s most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, designed to carry more than 100 metric tonnes to orbit in a fully reusable configuration and powered by our Raptor and Raptor Vacuum (RVac) engines, which are designed for use in the vacuum of space. SATELLITE / SPACEXAI STARLINK: Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, including thousands of satellites, consumer receivers, and the software that brings it all together. Our Starlink teams are also undertaking SpaceX's next-generation mobile network, Starlink Mobile, connecting human beings all around the globe anywhere they can see the sky. 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. SPACEXAI - SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. This includes Grok, the frontier AI model for everything you need, trained on the world's largest supercluster, and developing Starmind, a new constellation of satellites capturing solar energy in space to power low-cost, high-performance AI compute for Earth. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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. AI ENGINEER, PLATFORM INFRASTRUCTURE, SPECIAL PROGRAMS As an AI Engineer, Platform Infrastructure you will build the tooling, and work with our cleared engineers at classified sites execute it. The quality of what you build directly determines how effectively those engineers can operate in environments where they cannot call you for help. Your tooling must be deterministic, complete, well-tested, and foolproof. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and build the deployment generator. Create and maintain platform documentation. Build the bundle pipeline. Implement profile-driven rendering for public cloud, enterprise on-prem, and classified air-gap targets based on profile selection. Build and maintain the cross-profile CI matrix. Build the testing and validation framework. Integrate with the existing Supercompute team's operators, Helm charts, and CRDs by consuming their work as inputs to the generator without modifying production infrastructure. Own the monitoring stack migration. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, computer engineering, physics, data science, or engineering discipline. 5+ years of experience in Go Lang and/or Python. 5+ years of experience working with Kubernetes or similar tooling for automating, developing and scaling containerized applications. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance. Experience building CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation (Buildkite, GitHub Actions, or equivalent). Familiarity with container image management. Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Pulumi or Terraform) and understanding of state management tradeoffs. Understanding of Linux systems. Experience building air-gapped or disconnected deployment tooling where all dependencies must be pre-staged. Familiarity with GPU infrastructure, including NVIDIA drivers, CUDA, NCCL, InfiniBand/RoCE networking. Experience with PXE boot, cloud-init, squashfs, or other bare metal provisioning technologies. Own the bare metal provisioning pipeline. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. 20% travel may be required to government sites. This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Member of Technical Staff: $220,000.00 - $350,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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 AI ENGINEER, PLATFORM INFRASTRUCTURE, SPECIAL PROGRAMS As an AI Engineer, Platform Infrastructure you will build the tooling, and work with our cleared engineers at classified sites execute it. The quality of what you build directly determines how effectively those engineers can operate in environments where they cannot call you for help. Your tooling must be deterministic, complete, well-tested, and foolproof. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and build the deployment generator. Create and maintain platform documentation. Build the bundle pipeline. Implement profile-driven rendering for public cloud, enterprise on-prem, and classified air-gap targets based on profile selection. Build and maintain the cross-profile CI matrix. Build the testing and validation framework. Integrate with the existing Supercompute team's operators, Helm charts, and CRDs by consuming their work as inputs to the generator without modifying production infrastructure. Own the monitoring stack migration. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, computer engineering, physics, data science, or engineering discipline. 5+ years of experience in Go Lang and/or Python. 5+ years of experience working with Kubernetes or similar tooling for automating, developing and scaling containerized applications. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance. Experience building CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation (Buildkite, GitHub Actions, or equivalent). Familiarity with container image management. Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Pulumi or Terraform) and understanding of state management tradeoffs. Understanding of Linux systems. Experience building air-gapped or disconnected deployment tooling where all dependencies must be pre-staged. Familiarity with GPU infrastructure, including NVIDIA drivers, CUDA, NCCL, InfiniBand/RoCE networking. Experience with PXE boot, cloud-init, squashfs, or other bare metal provisioning technologies. Own the bare metal provisioning pipeline. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. 20% travel may be required to government sites. This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Sr. AI Engineer: $220,000.00 - $350,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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. AI ENGINEER, SPECIAL PROGRAMS This team focuses on engineering and deploying AI capabilities (models, APIs, tools, and integrations) for U.S. federal agencies. You'll work closely with product, research, infrastructure, and legal/governance teams to make AI and future models maximally useful for missions while upholding safety, transparency, and ethical standards. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and optimize integrations between AI frontier models (e.g., Grok family) and government systems, platforms, and data environments Collaborate on custom SDKs, APIs, developer tools, and documentation tailored for government and enterprise developers Partner with agency stakeholders to understand requirements, prototype solutions, and iterate rapidly based on real-world feedback Ship production-grade code and features with a bias toward speed, simplicity, and measurable impact BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience building scalable systems, APIs, or AI/ML applications (strong Python proficiency, other languages a plus) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience working with large language models, generative AI, or agentic systems—either in research, production, or applied engineering Familiarity with government or public sector technology environments (federal civilian agencies, state/local gov, or regulated industries like healthcare, finance, or infrastructure) Strong product sensibility: ability to translate ambiguous stakeholder needs into concrete technical solutions Demonstrated ability to write clean, maintainable, high-performance code under tight timelines Exceptional problem-solving skills and intellectual curiosity—you thrive on hard, ambiguous challenges Excellent communication skills; you can explain complex technical concepts to non-technical partners clearly and concisely Prior work on AI safety, governance, red-teaming, or responsible AI deployment Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), or API orchestration Background in policy-adjacent technical roles, civic tech, or public-interest technology Contributions to open-source AI projects or developer tools ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed 20% travel may be required to government sites This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Sr. AI Engineer: $220,000.00 - $350,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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. AI ENGINEER, SPECIAL PROGRAMS This team focuses on engineering and deploying AI capabilities (models, APIs, tools, and integrations) for U.S. federal agencies. You'll work closely with product, research, infrastructure, and legal/governance teams to make AI and future models maximally useful for missions while upholding safety, transparency, and ethical standards. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and optimize integrations between AI frontier models (e.g., Grok family) and government systems, platforms, and data environments Collaborate on custom SDKs, APIs, developer tools, and documentation tailored for government and enterprise developers Partner with agency stakeholders to understand requirements, prototype solutions, and iterate rapidly based on real-world feedback Ship production-grade code and features with a bias toward speed, simplicity, and measurable impact BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience building scalable systems, APIs, or AI/ML applications (strong Python proficiency, other languages a plus) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience working with large language models, generative AI, or agentic systems—either in research, production, or applied engineering Familiarity with government or public sector technology environments (federal civilian agencies, state/local gov, or regulated industries like healthcare, finance, or infrastructure) Strong product sensibility: ability to translate ambiguous stakeholder needs into concrete technical solutions Demonstrated ability to write clean, maintainable, high-performance code under tight timelines Exceptional problem-solving skills and intellectual curiosity—you thrive on hard, ambiguous challenges Excellent communication skills; you can explain complex technical concepts to non-technical partners clearly and concisely Prior work on AI safety, governance, red-teaming, or responsible AI deployment Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), or API orchestration Background in policy-adjacent technical roles, civic tech, or public-interest technology Contributions to open-source AI projects or developer tools ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed 20% travel may be required to government sites This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Sr. AI Engineer: $220,000.00 - $350,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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. AI ENGINEER, SPECIAL PROGRAMS - TOP SECRET CLEARANCE Sr. AI engineers work directly with our end customers to own strategy, execution, and deployment of mission-critical AI solutions for U.S federal agencies. You'll work closely with product, research, infrastructure, and legal/governance teams to deliver high-stakes projects to make current AI and future models maximally useful for missions while upholding safety, transparency, and ethical standards. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and optimize integrations between AI frontier models (e.g., Grok family) and government systems, platforms, and data environments. Identify pain points, scoping product specifications, and designing and building AI-powered software for government or enterprise use cases. Benchmark models and develop evaluation frameworks to assess performance and address weaknesses, ensuring compliance with customer standards. Enhancing model performance through system prompt tuning or fine-tuning, with an eye toward secure and scalable deployment. Analyze request logs, prompt data, or system outputs to ensure reliability and audibility. Build internal tooling to streamline workflows and automate repetitive tasks in secure environments. Partner with agency stakeholders to understand requirements, prototype solutions, and iterate rapidly based on real-world feedback. Ship production-grade code and features with a bias toward speed, simplicity, and measurable impact. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, computer engineering, physics, or data science. 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience building scalable systems, APIs, or AI/ML applications. Active Top-Secret or Top-Secret SCI. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated success working with government agencies, DoD, or federal contractors on AI, software, or data projects. 6+ years of software engineering experience, ideally in environments requiring high reliability or security. Expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure AI-driven solutions that meet stringent compliance and operational standards. Proven experience implementing AI or machine learning products with APIs, back-end systems, and front-end interfaces. Proficiency in Python and/or TypeScript. Strong understanding of the HTTP protocol and secure API design. Robust engineering background, preferably in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science. Experience building evaluation frameworks for AI systems and assessing capabilities in regulated or high-stakes contexts. Deep understanding of machine learning fundamentals—model evaluation, training, and fine-tuning—with a focus on production-ready deployments. History of deploying machine learning models to production, ideally in secure or cloud-based government environments. Expertise in writing developer documentation or maintaining SDKs for technical audiences, including government developers. Ability to work with massive datasets, optimize system performance, and scale solutions for high-throughput, mission-critical workloads. Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools like Pulumi or Terraform, particularly in secure or government-aligned deployments. Adaptability to shifting priorities and requirements in a fast-paced, mission-driven startup setting. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with experience documenting technical solutions for diverse stakeholders. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. 20% travel may be required to government sites. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Sr. AI Engineer: $220,000.00 - $350,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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. AI ENGINEER, SPECIAL PROGRAMS - TOP SECRET CLEARANCE Sr. AI engineers work directly with our end customers to own strategy, execution, and deployment of mission-critical AI solutions for U.S federal agencies. You'll work closely with product, research, infrastructure, and legal/governance teams to deliver high-stakes projects to make current AI and future models maximally useful for missions while upholding safety, transparency, and ethical standards. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and optimize integrations between AI frontier models (e.g., Grok family) and government systems, platforms, and data environments. Identify pain points, scoping product specifications, and designing and building AI-powered software for government or enterprise use cases. Benchmark models and develop evaluation frameworks to assess performance and address weaknesses, ensuring compliance with customer standards. Enhancing model performance through system prompt tuning or fine-tuning, with an eye toward secure and scalable deployment. Analyze request logs, prompt data, or system outputs to ensure reliability and audibility. Build internal tooling to streamline workflows and automate repetitive tasks in secure environments. Partner with agency stakeholders to understand requirements, prototype solutions, and iterate rapidly based on real-world feedback. Ship production-grade code and features with a bias toward speed, simplicity, and measurable impact. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, computer engineering, physics, or data science. 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience building scalable systems, APIs, or AI/ML applications. Active Top-Secret or Top-Secret SCI. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated success working with government agencies, DoD, or federal contractors on AI, software, or data projects. 6+ years of software engineering experience, ideally in environments requiring high reliability or security. Expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure AI-driven solutions that meet stringent compliance and operational standards. Proven experience implementing AI or machine learning products with APIs, back-end systems, and front-end interfaces. Proficiency in Python and/or TypeScript. Strong understanding of the HTTP protocol and secure API design. Robust engineering background, preferably in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science. Experience building evaluation frameworks for AI systems and assessing capabilities in regulated or high-stakes contexts. Deep understanding of machine learning fundamentals—model evaluation, training, and fine-tuning—with a focus on production-ready deployments. History of deploying machine learning models to production, ideally in secure or cloud-based government environments. Expertise in writing developer documentation or maintaining SDKs for technical audiences, including government developers. Ability to work with massive datasets, optimize system performance, and scale solutions for high-throughput, mission-critical workloads. Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools like Pulumi or Terraform, particularly in secure or government-aligned deployments. Adaptability to shifting priorities and requirements in a fast-paced, mission-driven startup setting. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with experience documenting technical solutions for diverse stakeholders. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. 20% travel may be required to government sites. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Sr. AI Engineer: $220,000.00 - $350,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

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. AI SECURITY SOFTWARE 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. The Starshield team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more. As a Sr. AI Security Software Engineer, you will leverage AI to automate security-related efforts and ensure safe AI integration into new and existing systems. If you are passionate about AI, security, and pushing the limits of combining both together, this role is for you. Ideally, you have notable skills in the following: Software engineering Agent engineering and security LLM attack surfaces Network and operating system security Incident response and adversary detection Being flexible, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams are paramount to success. If you are passionate about building quality products, love the challenges of outsmarting adversaries, and want to make an impact on an inter-planetary scale, then you will fit right in. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and build security-critical agents for Starshield that automate network and systems defense Leverage AI to discover and fix security issues in Starshield infrastructure and systems Provide guidance and perform testing of AI integrations into new and existing Starshield systems Identify new areas of the program where meaningful security improvements can be gained via automation and AI Maintain existing production systems and improve security posture via both direct implementation and recommendations to other teams BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline AND 5+ years of professional experience in security software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in security software development in lieu of a degree Experience with one or more software development languages (i.e. Python, C++, Golang) Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise/large-scale infrastructure Experience designing and implementing solutions with LLMs, LLM-based agents, or other AI topics PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity, learn quickly, problem solve, and take ownership of the end result Understanding of core security engineering topics: cryptography, authentication, network security, operating system security Experience designing, prompting, and securing agents that can perform long-running autonomous tasks Experience red-teaming/penetration-testing LLMs, including prompt injection, jailbreaking, and data exfiltration Experience deploying and managing LLMs, including infrastructure and maintenance to ensure reliable, scalable operation Experience contributing security improvements to complex systems Flexibility, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work both independently and in a team Advanced degree in a technical or engineering discipline Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Level 3: $170,000.00 - $265,000.00 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term 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 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . 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 origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .