Space Operations Engineer (Ground Operator Training)

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

12h

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring a Space Operations Engineer focused on ground operator training. The role prepares spacecraft operators to safely execute human and cargo spaceflight missions, while also developing training systems and processes. The engineer will become a SpaceX spacecraft operator and support mission operations, helping develop efficient training for future interplanetary missions involving Dragon and Starship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or science discipline.
At least 1 year of experience providing technical training to an audience that must apply it in a critical environment, or real-time operations experience on a system with high consequences of failure.
At least 1 year of programming experience in Python or JavaScript.
Willingness to travel occasionally to other SpaceX sites in California, Texas, and Florida.
Willingness to work long hours and weekends to support mission operations and critical project timelines.
Must meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a technical discipline.
Previous experience with spacecraft or aircraft engineering or operations.
Previous experience writing software in a professional environment.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Clear verbal and written technical communication skills.
Ability to balance conflicting opinions and manage expectations among multiple teams and customers.
Ability to adapt quickly and change course in a fast-paced environment.
Strong motivation for continuous improvement and challenging the status quo.

Responsibilities

Develop, train, and evaluate operations teams to safely conduct Dragon and Starship missions.
Divide time between full-stack development and operator training and operations support, with 50% allocated to each.
Challenge requirements, develop tooling, and improve training workflows and processes.
Create training content and plans, and instruct mission control operators.
Plan, schedule, and execute training events and simulations with SpaceX, NASA, and customer teams.
Script, test, and deploy simulation software components.
Develop and maintain the simulation environment, including servers, applications, and automation.
Become an on-console mission control operator supporting human and cargo spaceflight missions.
Develop subject matter expertise and communicate technical concepts to a wide audience.
Work with operations teams to improve how people interact with a diverse fleet of interplanetary spacecraft.

Benefits

Potential long-term incentives, including company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount.
Comprehensive medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
Up to 3 weeks of accrued paid vacation.
10 or more paid holidays per year.
5 days of sick leave per year for exempt employees.