Integration Technician (Starshield)

SpaceX was founded on the vision that humanity's exploration of the stars is an exhilarating future. Today, SpaceX is at the forefront of developing technologies that make this vision a reality, with the ultimate aim of enabling human life on Mars.MISSION INTEGRATION ENGINEER, MISSION SYSTEMS (STARSHIELD)Starshield harnesses SpaceX’s Starlink technology and …

At SpaceX, our vision is to enable humanity’s exploration of the cosmos, making a future where we venture into the stars a thrilling reality. We are at the forefront of developing the technologies necessary for human life on Mars.MISSION INTEGRATION ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)Starshield utilizes our advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to support vital national security initiatives. While Starlink serves commercial and consumer markets, Starshield is tailored for government applications, with a focus on Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.As a key member of the Mission Management team, you will act as the primary liaison for customers from the initial stages of capability studies through successful launch and on-orbit activation. You will also assist in developing new business proposals, guiding them from initial requirements negotiation to final handoff and validation.Your role will include leading and integrating system trades across various launch vehicles, spacecraft, and sensors, while analyzing diverse solutions to meet mission objectives. You will play a crucial role in crafting operational concepts and interfaces at multiple levels, including mission, segment, system, and sub-system. Expect to employ your creativity and engineering expertise to devise and test innovative approaches to achieve technical and programmatic goals.The ideal candidate possesses a solid technical background in space vehicle design, integration, and verification throughout the program lifecycle. We seek engineers who thrive on tackling complex challenges, excel in a dynamic environment, and are committed to advancing the space industry.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos, making discoveries that enhance life on Earth and beyond. We are pioneering innovative technologies aimed at making interplanetary life a reality, with a focused ambition to establish human presence on Mars.SENIOR MISSION INTEGRATION ENGINEER - STARSHIELDStarshield harnesses the power of SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink serves consumer and commercial markets, Starshield is tailored for government applications, focusing primarily on earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads.As a key member of our Mission Management team, you will be the principal liaison for customers, guiding them through the entire process from preliminary capability assessments to successful launch and operational activation. You will also play a vital role in developing new business proposals, ensuring smooth transitions from initial requirements negotiation to final validation.Your responsibilities will include leading and integrating system trade-offs across various launch vehicles, spacecraft, and sensor technologies, while analyzing diverse solutions to fulfill mission objectives. You will support the development of operational concepts and interfaces at multiple levels, including mission, segment, system, and sub-system. We encourage innovative thinking, allowing you to explore and test various engineering methodologies to achieve technical and programmatic goals.The ideal candidate will possess a robust technical background in space vehicle design, integration, and verification throughout the program lifecycle. We seek engineers who thrive on solving intricate challenges, excel in dynamic environments, and are passionate about pushing the boundaries of the aerospace industry.

As a Mission Integration Engineer specializing in User Products at SpaceX, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless integration of our advanced user interfaces and systems. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities, streamline processes, and ensure user-centric designs that meet our ambitious goals. This position demands a passion for innovative engineering and a commitment to excellence in mission-critical environments.

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.

Starshield, a SpaceX initiative, adapts Starlink’s technology and launch capabilities for government-focused missions. While Starlink serves commercial and consumer needs, Starshield supports national security, concentrating on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. Role overview The Forward Deployed Engineer, Mission Systems, works on technical challenges from early requirements through prototyping, integrated tests, and operational deployments. This position sits within the Mission Systems team and contributes to the full mission lifecycle. What you will do Collaborate with engineers and mission managers across Starshield and related programs to keep projects aligned Work closely with teams in software, flight reliability, and payload integration to support safe, successful missions Develop system specifications and interface control documents tailored to customer needs and SpaceX’s capabilities Focus on mission-specific satellite systems, including command and control, operational planning, data processing, and secure implementation Who thrives here This role suits someone who is proactive, values meaningful contributions to mission outcomes, and enjoys solving complex problems from concept through deployment. Strong technical skills and comfort with cross-functional teamwork are important for success. Location Hawthorne, CA

At Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX), we believe the future of humanity lies in space exploration. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that enable human life on Mars. Join us as we push the boundaries of what's possible.Mission Manager, Space Lasers (Starshield)Starshield utilizes SpaceX’s advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. Unlike Starlink, which caters to consumer and commercial markets, Starshield focuses on governmental applications, particularly in earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.We seek a dedicated Mission Manager to lead our dynamic space lasers team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the design, testing, integration, and operational deployment of the Starshield Mini Space Laser. These lasers are engineered for seamless compatibility with satellite manufacturers’ spacecraft, enabling high-speed, low-latency connectivity in orbit for real-time tasking, continuous command-and-control, and immediate data transmission to ground locations.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars. We are at the forefront of technological innovation, tirelessly working towards making interplanetary life a reality, with Mars as our ultimate destination.SENIOR MANAGER, USER PRODUCTS (STARSHIELD MISSIONS)Starshield utilizes the advanced capabilities of SpaceX’s Starlink technology to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink caters to consumer and commercial sectors, Starshield is tailored specifically for government operations, focusing on earth observation, secure communications, and hosted payloads.In the role of Senior Manager, User Products for Starshield Missions, you will spearhead a dedicated team of Mission Integration Engineers and Mission Managers. You will take full ownership of the integration of Starshield user products, such as user terminals, into United States Government platforms and systems. As the primary liaison, you will be crucial in defining and developing new features and products.The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in systems integration, complemented by proven leadership experience in government programs. We are looking for innovative leaders who excel in solving complex challenges within dynamic environments.

As a Mission Integration Engineer at SpaceX, you will play a critical role in the integration of innovative systems that support our mission objectives. This position requires a top-secret clearance, reflecting the sensitive nature of the projects you will undertake. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless mission execution, leveraging your technical expertise to develop and refine integration processes.

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.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos, and we are dedicated to making that future a reality. Our mission is to develop advanced technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond.SOFTWARE ENGINEER, TRACKING (STARSHIELD)Join our Starshield team, which harnesses SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. Unlike Starlink, which caters to consumer and commercial markets, Starshield focuses on government applications, primarily in earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.As a software engineer within the Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) organization of Starshield, you will leverage your expertise in distributed systems to create vital systems that ensure safety in low-earth orbit. Your work will involve developing payload management and orbital prediction tools for our expansive spacecraft constellations, alongside the analytical pipelines that validate their performance.Our software engineers oversee the entire software lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and ongoing support. We seek passionate engineers eager to tackle challenges and contribute to an inspiring mission. As our team grows, we are looking for adaptable, motivated, and collaborative individuals.

At SpaceX, we are driven by a vision of a future where humanity explores the cosmos. We are currently seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our Starshield team, which utilizes SpaceX's groundbreaking Starlink technology to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink serves consumers and businesses, Starshield focuses on government applications, especially in areas such as Earth observation and secure communications. As a member of our software team, you will develop reliable in-space mesh networks, design secure systems for space access, and create next-generation communication and sensing software. We value innovative thinkers from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about problem solving and making a significant impact in an inspiring mission.

Join SpaceX as an IT Systems Administrator, where you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing our IT infrastructure. Your expertise will ensure seamless operations and bolster the organization's technological capabilities.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is far more thrilling than one where we remain grounded. To realize this vision, we are actively developing cutting-edge technologies aimed at making human life on Mars a reality.APPLICATION SECURITY ENGINEERAs an integral member of the SpaceX Security Engineering team, the Application Security Engineer will serve as a vital partner to both development and business teams. Your role will be to ensure that security considerations are seamlessly integrated into the development process without hindering delivery timelines. This position demands exceptional communication skills, the ability to translate complex security requirements into clear, actionable guidance, and a collaborative approach that balances business needs with risk mitigation.RESPONSIBILITIES:Act as the primary liaison between Security Engineering and development teams for security reviews.Assist developers in comprehending and applying secure design principles.Communicate security findings in a clear, actionable manner aligned with business goals.Collaborate with other security sub-teams (such as compliance, infrastructure, and detection/response) to ensure consistency across security initiatives.Develop strong relationships with stakeholders across SpaceX to cultivate a culture of security awareness and shared responsibility.Conduct thorough security assessments of applications and services developed at SpaceX.Analyze system architecture, authentication/authorization processes, data handling, and exposure to external entities.Document findings with practical recommendations for remediation.Work closely with development teams to ensure issues are identified and resolved prior to deployment.Promptly escalate critical risks to leadership while providing balanced options for mitigation.Engage in peer reviews of security assessments to uphold quality and consistency.Contribute insights on improving team processes, documentation, and standards.Share lessons learned from reviews and projects to enhance security knowledge throughout SpaceX.

At SpaceX, we believe that the future of humanity lies in exploring the stars. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars and beyond.MECHANICAL SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)Join the Starshield program, which utilizes SpaceX’s advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink serves consumer and commercial markets, Starshield focuses on government applications, particularly in areas like earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. We seek dynamic and innovative engineers who can guide supplier development from initial ideation through to full-scale production.This pivotal and high-visibility role requires collaboration across various functions to facilitate the development and production of Satellites and Gateways. You will work hand-in-hand with internal engineering and manufacturing teams, as well as directly with suppliers, to implement effective and innovative supply chain strategies that meet production targets. With in-house integration, our supplier development engineers witness their assemblies come to life daily.

As an Additive Technician at SpaceX, you will play a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of advanced additive manufacturing systems. Your expertise will contribute to producing high-quality components that are essential for our pioneering space missions. You will work closely with engineers and other technicians to refine manufacturing processes and ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the cosmos is infinitely more thrilling than one where we remain Earth-bound. Currently, we are developing groundbreaking technologies with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.GROUND NETWORK SPECIALIST (STARSHIELD)Starshield utilizes SpaceX's advanced Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security initiatives. While Starlink is tailored for consumer and commercial applications, Starshield focuses on government use, primarily in earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.Are you ready to help construct the ground infrastructure that will underpin these vital systems? We seek a motivated and independent specialist to ensure the reliability of our global ground station fleet. This role involves both domestic and international travel, allowing you to gain expertise in the hardware and operations of our gateways. Additionally, you will oversee a lab space dedicated to creating in-house hardware solutions. In this small team within a rapidly expanding program, you will have the chance to significantly influence the development of the Starshield ground network.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that will enable human life on Mars.MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANWe are seeking a proactive and versatile Maintenance Technician to join our Flight Hardware Logistics team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing preventive and urgent maintenance while troubleshooting a variety of equipment essential for the transportation of Falcon engines, stages, and components. You will play a key role in ensuring our equipment operates at peak performance in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is fundamentally more thrilling than one where we remain on Earth. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies to make this vision a reality, ultimately enabling human life on Mars.LEAD ASIC DESIGN VERIFICATION ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)Starshield utilizes SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capabilities to bolster national security efforts. While Starlink is intended for consumer and commercial applications, Starshield focuses on government needs, initially targeting earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.The Lead ASIC Design Verification Engineer will spearhead a team dedicated to the design verification of custom ASICs and FPGAs for advanced satellite systems. These systems deliver an unprecedented volume of data at remarkable speeds to the service members defending our nation and allies. From the initial design phase to on-orbit operations, you will lead an exceptional team of engineers in a collaborative environment to design, manufacture, test, and operate chips that enhance national security.