Telecommunications Engineer

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…

Join SpaceX as an Account Manager for Starlink Strategic Connectivity, where you will play a crucial role in managing strategic accounts and ensuring the success of our innovative satellite internet service. As a key member of our team, you will engage with clients, understand their needs, and deliver tailored solutions to enhance their connectivity experience.

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.

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.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is far more exhilarating than one where we do not. Our mission is to develop the technologies that will make interplanetary travel a reality, ultimately enabling human life on Mars.MECHANICAL ENGINEER - COMPONENTS BUILD ENGINEER FOR STARSHIPThe Starship Components Manufacturing team is responsible for the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and delivery of vital flow control devices and mechanisms that empower the capabilities of Starship and Super Heavy. We engineer and manufacture critical components such as valves, regulators, and actuators designed for maximum reliability in extreme conditions, with temperatures ranging from +900°F to -400°F and pressures exceeding 10,000 psig. As a mechanical engineer at SpaceX, you will leverage your expertise, experience, and innovative spirit to create cutting-edge solutions in aerospace technology. You will introduce groundbreaking products to our manufacturing processes, optimize factory layouts, implement rigorous testing protocols, conduct detailed root cause analyses, and drive the achievement of unprecedented component build rates at SpaceX.

Join SpaceX as an Operations Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our operational processes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze existing systems, identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions that drive productivity. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining our cutting-edge position in the aerospace industry.

At SpaceX, we are driven by a vision where humanity ventures beyond our planet, exploring the vastness of the cosmos. We are dedicated to pioneering the technologies that will make this dream a reality, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.MECHANICAL ENGINEER - STARSHIELDThe Starshield program harnesses SpaceX’s advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink caters to consumer and commercial markets, Starshield is uniquely crafted for governmental applications, focusing initially on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.We invite you to join our innovative team as a Satellite Mechanical and Mechanisms Engineer. In this role, you will take charge of the design and development of intricate mechanisms and mechanical systems, collaborating with a passionate group of engineers. This is a unique opportunity to engage in the architecture, simulation, and control of electromechanical systems for some of the most advanced satellites in existence.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are actively creating the technologies to make that dream a reality. Our ultimate mission is to enable human life on Mars. SENIOR PROPULSION DESIGN ENGINEER (RAPTOR ENGINE SYSTEMS)The Raptor Systems Design team is on the lookout for a seasoned engineer to take ownership of defining, enforcing, and validating engine design criteria—bridging the gap between design, testing, analysis, and production. You will oversee the requirements for the world’s most advanced rocket engine, ensuring they effectively cascade to subsystems and are verified through comprehensive testing and analysis.You will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing design documentation across the department (including DCRs, PDRs, CDRs), driving corrective actions for any deficiencies, and promoting best practices in design, development, and production. You will monitor the overall health of design criteria for the engine, report risks and gaps to leadership, and lead cross-team initiatives to resolve issues in ways that enhance the overall program.This position requires an autonomous engineer with experience in hardware ownership, exceptional communication skills, and a strong background in CAD, structural design, and fluid systems. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing large, multi-team initiatives. Experience with rocket engines in both development and production environments is highly desirable. Your contributions will ensure that Raptor becomes the rocket engine that paves the way for a multiplanetary existence.RESPONSIBILITIES:Collaborate with subsystem and component owners to translate high-level requirements into clear, measurable criteria at lower levels.Regularly audit design documentation to identify gaps, risks, and inconsistencies, and drive closure of findings.Analyze test and analysis data to confirm that criteria are met, initiating follow-up actions when validation falls short.Enhance departmental processes for design reviews (DCR, PDR, CDR) to improve efficiency and clarity of outcomes.Compile and present periodic design health reports to leadership, emphasizing critical issues and progress trends.Facilitate resolution of cross-team conflicts by balancing technical, scheduling, and program-wide priorities.Promote design best practices by sharing lessons learned and aligning teams on standards for producibility, reliability, and performance.Lead initiatives that integrate feedback from production, testing, and flight operations to refine and enhance design processes.

As a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Facilities at SpaceX, you will play a critical role in designing, analyzing, and improving our facility systems. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of our operations as we strive to reach ambitious goals in aerospace innovation.

Role overview Space Exploration Technologies Corp. is hiring a Senior Kubernetes Engineer in Hawthorne, CA. This position focuses on designing, building, and maintaining Kubernetes clusters that support essential applications and services for the company’s missions. What you will do Design and implement Kubernetes clusters to support critical workloads Manage and optimize Kubernetes environments for reliability and scalability Work closely with teams to ensure systems meet demanding requirements as the company advances space exploration

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is profoundly more thrilling than one where we remain Earthbound. We are at the forefront of developing technologies that will enable human life on Mars. The Components Team is dedicated to designing and manufacturing the most advanced spacecraft and launch vehicle components worldwide. As a Software Engineer on this team, you will leverage your expertise to develop innovative software solutions for flow control devices, avionics, and mechanisms that power our Starship, Raptor, Dragon, and Falcon vehicles. Your contributions will ensure maximum performance and reliability in extreme conditions, from +900°F to -400°F and beyond 10,000 psig. You will work closely with a talented group of engineers to create testing software, factory automation software, hardware drivers, web interfaces, and firmware that facilitate advanced component testing and hardware manufacturing. This role offers the unique chance to design and develop across various software domains while collaborating with multiple hardware teams. We seek individuals who thrive on solving complex challenges, exhibit a strong sense of urgency, and are dedicated team players committed to driving innovation in our software solutions.

Join SpaceX as a Commissioning Engineer in our Facilities team, where you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our facilities are operational and efficient. You will be responsible for testing and validating the various systems within our facilities, guaranteeing they meet our rigorous standards. Your expertise will help us achieve our mission of making life multi-planetary.

Join SpaceX as a Senior Welding Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in the manufacturing and development of our groundbreaking Falcon 9 and Starship launch vehicles, Dragon spacecraft, and Starlink satellites. Collaborating closely with a skilled team of design and build engineers, you will develop, qualify, and optimize advanced welding designs and processes, including electron beam, laser beam, gas tungsten arc, orbital tube, resistance, gas metal arc, and plasma arc welding. This dynamic role requires daily interaction with design and manufacturing engineers to make informed welding decisions, driving improvements and enforcing best practices across multiple welded assemblies.

CHAOS Industries is at the forefront of revolutionizing modern defense through innovative systems designed for the complexities of today's world. Our products, which leverage Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), are crafted by a talented team of U.S. military veterans and Silicon Valley innovators. We empower warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to respond swiftly, adapt to changing conditions, and remain ahead of evolving threats. In an era where technological advancements and threats evolve rapidly, CHAOS Industries provides cutting-edge sensing and detection solutions that deliver a crucial advantage: time.Founded in 2022, CHAOS Industries has successfully raised $1B in funding from prominent investors such as 8VC, Accel, and NEA. Our headquarters is located in Los Angeles, with additional offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Seattle, and London. To learn more about us, please visit www.chaosinc.com.

Join Vast as a Senior Propulsion Engineer where you will leverage your expertise to drive innovative propulsion systems. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, analyze, and optimize propulsion technologies that are vital to our mission of advancing space exploration.

At CHAOS Industries, we are at the forefront of modern defense technology, crafting sophisticated systems tailored to meet the dynamic challenges of today. Our team comprises elite U.S. military veterans and visionary Silicon Valley innovators, dedicated to developing products that leverage Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™). These technologies enable warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to respond swiftly, adapt seamlessly, and maintain a strategic advantage against evolving threats. In an era of rapid technological advancement, CHAOS Industries delivers cutting-edge sensing and detection solutions that prioritize the critical advantage of time.Role Overview:CHAOS Industries is on the lookout for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to bring exceptional mechanical expertise to the integration of ruggedized electronics, effectors, and mission-critical hardware within ground and sea-mobile platforms for aerospace and defense applications. This pivotal role involves leading the design process for mechanical integration of military electronics and effector systems with essential platform structures and mechanisms. Challenges may encompass everything from compact electronic enclosures to larger structural assemblies, tailored to specific platform and mission requirements.You will engage throughout the entire product lifecycle, guiding projects from early concept development and architecture to detailed design, analysis, prototyping, qualification testing, production, and ongoing support of fielded systems.The ideal candidate possesses extensive hands-on mechanical CAD and system integration experience, strong prototyping abilities, a comprehensive understanding of ruggedized hardware design, and a proven track record of working independently while leading cross-disciplinary engineering initiatives.This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Hawthorne, CA.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity ventures into the cosmos, and we are committed to making this vision a reality. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that will enable human life on Mars. Join us in our quest to push the boundaries of space exploration.DEVELOPMENT TEST ENGINEERAs a pivotal member of the Development Test team, you will engage in the testing and validation of SpaceX's latest innovations. This dynamic group focuses on accelerating hardware development while enhancing reliability through comprehensive testing of spacecraft, ground systems, and launch vehicles. Your expertise will contribute to the design, fabrication, and execution of test equipment, as well as the development of new structures, components, and mechanisms.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is far more thrilling than one where we remain confined to Earth. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will make this vision a reality, ultimately aiming to enable human life on Mars.MANAGER, ASIC DESIGN ENGINEERING (STARSHIELD)Starshield utilizes SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capabilities to enhance national security efforts. While Starlink serves consumer and commercial markets, Starshield is tailored for government applications, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.The Manager of ASIC Design Engineering will oversee a dynamic team responsible for developing ASICs and FPGAs for advanced satellite systems that transmit unprecedented data volumes at remarkable speeds to the service members safeguarding our nation and allies. This role encompasses leading a talented group of engineers from initial design through to on-orbit operations, ensuring the design, manufacture, testing, and operation of chips that enhance national security.

SpaceX seeks a Senior RF Engineer to join the Starshield program in Hawthorne, CA. This role centers on developing advanced radio frequency technologies to enhance communication systems that play a part in national security projects. Role overview The Senior RF Engineer will lead efforts to design and refine RF systems within the Starshield initiative. Collaboration with other engineers is a key part of the job, as is providing technical insight for projects tied to national security. What you will do Lead projects focused on designing and improving RF systems for Starshield Work alongside a team of engineers to push communication capabilities forward Offer technical expertise on efforts that support national security