IT Infrastructure Engineer - Virtualization & Hardware

Join SpaceX as an IT Infrastructure Engineer specializing in virtualization and hardware. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex IT systems that support our mission to revolutionize space technology. Collaborate with a team of innovative engineers and contribute to projects that have a global impact…

CHAOS Industries develops defense technologies for military, commercial aviation, and border security teams. The company’s multi-product lineup uses Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™) to help operators respond quickly and adapt to changing threats. Founded in 2022, CHAOS Industries has raised $1 billion from investors including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. Headquarters are in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. Learn more at www.chaosinc.com.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the stars. In our pursuit of advancing technology for space exploration, we are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Starlink team in Hawthorne, CA. This role will focus on designing and developing innovative consumer hardware for the world's largest satellite internet constellation, delivering reliable connectivity to users globally. As a crucial member of our team, you will lead interdisciplinary projects, ensuring our products are not only technically advanced but also user-friendly for diverse customers, including educators in remote areas, researchers in extreme environments, and everyday users in rural regions.

Join SpaceX as a Mechanical Engineer specializing in consumer hardware for Starlink, the revolutionary broadband internet system. At our Hawthorne, CA facility, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing high-volume consumer products that connect users across the globe, ensuring ease of use while maintaining technical sophistication. As a part of our dynamic team, you will lead innovative projects that encompass not only the creation of cutting-edge hardware but also the design of the manufacturing processes that bring these products to life. Your work will directly impact a diverse range of customers, from remote educators and researchers to emergency responders and global travelers.

At SpaceX, we are driven by the vision of a future where humanity explores the stars. We are at the forefront of developing technologies that will make this dream a reality, with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.Senior Hardware Reliability Engineer (Starshield)Starshield harnesses SpaceX’s innovative Starlink technology and launch capabilities to enhance national security initiatives. While Starlink caters to consumer and commercial sectors, Starshield is tailored specifically for governmental applications, focusing on areas such as earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads.As a Senior Hardware Reliability Engineer for Starshield, your expertise will be vital in ensuring the reliability and performance of our satellites. You will engage in identifying, analyzing, and resolving hardware failures, thereby enhancing the durability and lifespan of our PCBAs. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including electrical, mechanical, software, and supply chain, to elevate the overall reliability of Starshield hardware. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge R&D technology and tackle some of the most complex electrical engineering challenges in the industry.

Lead Engineer - Space Solar HardwarePosition OverviewLocation: Hawthorne, CAEmployment Type: Full-timeDepartment: Starlight SolarAbout StarpathStarpath is pioneering the advancement of technologies essential for human habitation on the Moon and Mars. Our current projects include developing robotic systems designed to produce vital resources such as water, power, and oxygen at unprecedented scales, all aimed at establishing a self-sustaining city on Mars.Role SummaryAs a member of the Starlight team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing space solar power solutions that align with Starpath’s mission and contribute to the broader space economy. Our focus is on manufacturing the most cost-effective and high-performance space solar technology, which will energize the majority of new satellites developed on Earth, alongside all of Starpath’s equipment destined for the Moon and Mars.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary design authority for Starlight Solar productsDevelop the solar engineering organization to support rapid business growthConvert customer requirements and product strategy into actionable engineering plansOversee all technical aspects of solar product development, reliability, and manufacturingCollaborate with customer-facing teams to ensure clarity in technical communicationsFoster a culture of excellence throughout the engineering organizationServe as the final approver for major development, qualification, and manufacturing processes.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering disciplineA minimum of 10 years of experience in developing high-reliability hardware, preferably in the aerospace sectorSolid grounding in mechanical principles, including structures, packaging, and material interactionsAbility to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplinesFamiliarity with space environmental testing standards (e.g., NASA GEVS, ECSS, etc.)Exceptional technical communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Founded on the vision of humanity exploring the stars, SpaceX is pioneering the technologies needed to make this dream a reality, ultimately aiming to enable human life on Mars.HARDWARE RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)Starshield harnesses SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink caters to commercial and consumer markets, Starshield focuses on governmental applications, prioritizing earth observation, communication, and hosted payloads.As a Hardware Reliability Engineer, your role will involve investigating, analyzing, and monitoring the reliability of hardware within the Starshield satellite constellation. You will collaborate closely with design, production, and operations engineers to respond effectively to on-orbit data. By employing a combination of failure investigation techniques and data analysis, you will identify root causes of on-orbit hardware issues. Your responsibilities will also include developing comprehensive monitoring systems to maintain fleet health and providing data-driven insights throughout the design and production stages to enhance reliability proactively. You will engage with the entire spectrum of Starshield's satellite engineering process, from detailed physics behind component failures to understanding their implications for the entire constellation and guiding future design decisions.RESPONSIBILITIESAnalyze and monitor on-orbit hardware failures across the Starshield satellite constellation.Lead root cause investigations for significant on-orbit hardware anomalies.Collaborate with engineers from various disciplines (electrical, mechanical, thermal, software, test, operations, production) to mitigate sources of on-orbit failures.Drive continuous improvements in the constellation by creating and utilizing analysis tools for data collected during both on-orbit and ground testing.Enhance the feedback loop from space through effective communication and automation.

Join SpaceX as an Electrical Hardware Reliability Engineer and play a pivotal role in ensuring the robustness and longevity of our hardware systems. You will be responsible for conducting reliability assessments and implementing strategies to improve the durability of our electrical components. Your expertise will help shape the future of space exploration!

At SpaceX, we believe in pushing the boundaries of human potential, exploring the cosmos, and making life multiplanetary. Our mission is to innovate and develop advanced technologies that will ultimately enable human life on Mars.SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - HARDWARE TEST & AUTOMATION (STARSHIELD)Starshield leverages SpaceX’s cutting-edge Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security efforts. Unlike Starlink, which caters to consumer and commercial markets, Starshield is specifically tailored for government applications, with a primary focus on earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads.As a Senior Software Engineer on the Starshield Integration & Test team, you will play a pivotal role in developing integrated operations and automation infrastructures for our Hardware In The Loop (HITL) testbeds and production environments, bringing Starshield satellites to life. Your contributions will be vital in creating tools that facilitate rapid development and precise testing of all Starshield hardware systems, consistently emphasizing design excellence, reliability, and innovation. You will become the go-to expert for flight control devices and mechanisms that power our satellites, including inertial control devices and advanced space lasers. While your primary focus will be on the testing infrastructure, a robust understanding of the hardware being tested and the overall functionality of our satellites is essential.Aerospace experience is not a prerequisite for success in this role; we seek inquisitive, collaborative engineers who thrive on learning and can navigate dynamic environments to deliver impactful technology at scale.

Join SpaceX as a Thermal Hardware Supervisor and lead a team dedicated to the design, development, and testing of thermal hardware solutions for our advanced space systems. As a pivotal part of our engineering team, you will oversee projects that are critical to the success of our missions.

SpaceX is driven by a vision of expanding human presence beyond Earth. Through advanced technologies, the company supports exploration and aims to make life possible on Mars. Starshield, built on the foundation of Starlink’s communications and launch capabilities, focuses on national security by serving government needs in earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. Role overview The Mission Integration Engineer, Network and Infrastructure (Starshield), joins the Mission Management team in Hawthorne, CA. This engineer works through the full technical lifecycle: validating requirements, developing prototypes, conducting integrated testing, and deploying solutions. The position centers on satellite program performance, with a particular emphasis on ground systems and computing infrastructure that deliver insights for government missions. What you will do Collaborate with customers to clarify and refine mission requirements, ensuring full use of SpaceX’s capabilities. Advise on design choices for ground systems, networking, and computing infrastructure supporting Starshield initiatives. Plan and implement both traditional and dedicated computing infrastructure, as well as carrier-grade networking solutions. Support secure deployment and ongoing operation of ground and network systems. Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure missions run smoothly. Contribute across multiple technical areas, from early requirements to operational rollout. Requirements SpaceX is looking for a self-driven engineer who is comfortable working on complex challenges with national security and space exploration impact. The ideal candidate brings a broad technical background, collaborates well with others, and is committed to seeing projects through every stage from concept to deployment.

Join SpaceX as a Facilities Infrastructure Engineer, where you'll be instrumental in designing, constructing, activating, and maintaining some of the most advanced manufacturing facilities in the world. As part of our critical infrastructure team, you will have the autonomy to tackle complex problems, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Your role will involve coordinating and executing infrastructure projects, along with overseeing the ongoing operations and maintenance of our facilities, equipment, and utilities. You'll utilize corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance techniques, providing feedback for operational and design improvements at SpaceX's Hawthorne production facility.

Manufacturing Engineer - Space Solar HardwarePosition OverviewLocation: Hawthorne, CAEmployment Type: Full-timeDepartment: Starlight SolarTravel Requirement: FrequentAbout StarpathAt Starpath, we are pioneering the future of space habitation by developing advanced technologies that will support human life on the Moon and Mars. Our team is dedicated to creating robotic systems that will locally produce vital resources—water, power, and oxygen—on an unprecedented scale, ultimately striving to establish a self-sustaining city on Mars.Role SummaryJoin our Starlight team, where we are on a mission to revolutionize space solar power, aligning with Starpath's core objectives and enhancing the broader space economy. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will take charge of the development and optimization of processes, tooling, and inspection techniques required for the high-rate manufacturing of space solar hardware, ensuring exceptional quality.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and conduct acceptance testing for manufacturing processes and tools to enhance efficiency and production rates.Create and implement precision tooling aimed at reducing assembly errors, enhancing quality, and minimizing cycle times.Automate innovative processes to guarantee repeatability in high-volume production lines.Collaborate closely with design engineering teams to optimize solar panel designs through design for manufacturing (DFM) principles.Establish in-process inspection methods, including automated solutions, to detect issues early and improve first-pass yield.Oversee the transition of hardware from development to production, ensuring that processes are thoroughly documented, stable, and scalable.Advocate for simplification by reducing unnecessary complexities in specifications and workflows.

Join SpaceX as a Hardware Reliability Engineer for Starshield, where you'll be pivotal in ensuring the performance and reliability of our cutting-edge satellites. In this role, you will analyze hardware failures, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and contribute to the development of innovative technologies that support national security. You'll engage with design schematics, conduct thorough failure analysis, and drive improvements in product reliability, all while working on groundbreaking applications in the aerospace industry.

Role Overview SpaceX is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer specializing in Application Software at the Hawthorne, CA location. This role centers on improving the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of internal applications. What You Will Do Work side by side with software development teams to boost application performance and reliability. Apply proven practices to strengthen system reliability. Deploy creative solutions to challenging engineering issues within application software.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that make this vision a reality, ultimately enabling human life on Mars.MANAGER OF IT INFRASTRUCTURE (DATA CENTERS)We are seeking an exceptional IT Infrastructure Manager with extensive experience in the design and operation of state-of-the-art data centers. This leader will spearhead a high-performing team of IT and facilities engineers, overseeing the complete design, construction, and management of hyperscale data centers that support SpaceX's engineering, production, and mission operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on innovator with profound IT and facilities expertise, outstanding leadership qualities, and the motivation to excel in high-pressure environments. You will inspire and mentor your team while making critical decisions regarding design, procurement, and execution.

At SpaceX, we believe that humanity's exploration of the stars represents the pinnacle of human achievement. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge technologies that will enable us to live on Mars and beyond.SOFTWARE ENGINEER - VEHICLE ENGINEERINGJoin our pioneering Artificial Intelligence Software Engineering team, where you will tackle complex data challenges associated with our launch vehicles and spacecraft.Our team is at the forefront of creating AI systems that enhance software development and testing, avionics design, flight data analysis, logistics, and mission operations. Your contributions will directly impact the world's largest satellite constellation, expedite the rapid reuse of the Falcon launch vehicle, and play a vital role in developing the most powerful rocket designed to transport humans to Mars.This position entails leveraging existing AI technologies while also innovating in-house solutions to ensure the safe application of AI. You will engage with a diverse range of technologies, including setting up Large Language Models (LLMs) with Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), training internal models on SpaceX data, utilizing Machine Learning (ML) to extract insights from time-series data, and developing innovative technologies to assist engineers in swiftly designing and testing space hardware, including electronics and propulsion systems. Collaborating closely with engineers across the organization, your work will help unlock engineering bottlenecks and revolutionize how engineering data is accessed and utilized at SpaceX.Aerospace experience is not a prerequisite for success in this role; we seek intelligent, driven, and collaborative engineers who are passionate about problem-solving and eager to contribute to an inspiring mission. You will take full ownership of challenging problems and collaborate with a team of dedicated engineers to design and implement AI solutions that propel SpaceX toward our ambitious objectives.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars, and we're actively developing the technologies to make this vision a reality with the ultimate aim of facilitating human life on Mars.TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERAs a Telecommunications Engineer at SpaceX, you will navigate a dynamic environment focused on designing and maintaining essential infrastructure. The IT network infrastructure team is responsible for crafting, deploying, and sustaining the cabling systems that underpin all telecommunications for our production facilities, launch infrastructure, and spacecraft support systems. This encompasses layer 1 fiber and copper data cabling, operational voice systems (both wired and wireless), video communications, ground vehicle/payload RF systems, ground stations, telemetry, optical tracking systems, marine communications, readiness testing, and various systems crucial for real-time communications and operations for Falcon, Dragon, Starship, recovery vessels, and other missions. You will also oversee the design and installation of new cabling infrastructure and processes, ensuring world-class connectivity that supports our mission of life beyond Earth.

Join CHAOS Industries, a pioneer in modern defense technologies, as we revolutionize our multi-product portfolio designed to achieve domain dominance. Our innovative solutions powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™) empower warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to respond swiftly and effectively to emerging threats.Founded in 2022, CHAOS Industries has successfully secured $1 billion in funding from top-tier investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. Our headquarters is located in Los Angeles, complemented by offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. Discover more about us at www.chaosinc.com.Role Overview:We are on the lookout for an exceptionally skilled and driven DevSecOps/Platform Engineer to enhance our R&D and product engineering, focusing on next-generation Command and Control (C2) and radar products. This collaborative role will enable you to engage with diverse capabilities within our offerings and broaden your expertise across various product families.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity expands its horizons beyond Earth, exploring the vastness of space. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge technologies that pave the way for human life on Mars, and we are dedicated to making this dream a reality.WELDING ENGINEERIn this pivotal role, you will collaborate with a talented team of design and manufacturing engineers to support the production and development of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 and Starship launch vehicles, Dragon spacecraft, and Starlink satellites. You will be instrumental in developing, qualifying, and optimizing welding designs and processes, including advanced techniques like electron beam welding, laser beam welding, gas tungsten arc welding, and more. Your expertise will guide critical welding decisions, improve processes, and enforce standardized practices across various welded assemblies.