Space Operations Training Engineer (Full Stack Software)

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

4d • $100,000 - $160,000

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a Space Operations Training Engineer to prepare spacecraft operators to safely execute human and cargo spaceflight missions. The role combines full-stack software development with operator training and operational support, with approximately 50% of the time devoted to each. The engineer will become a spacecraft operator, help develop training programs and simulation capabilities, and improve how teams train for spacecraft operations. The team’s goal is to prepare people to safely operate space vehicles on interplanetary missions.

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.
• Must be open to occasional travel to other SpaceX sites in California, Texas, and Florida.
• Must be willing to work long hours and weekends to support mission operations and critical project timelines.
• Must meet the stated U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain the required 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 between multiple teams and customers.
• Ability to quickly adapt and change course in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong drive for continuous improvement and self-motivation to challenge the status quo.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and evaluate operations teams to safely conduct Dragon missions.
• Devote 50% of time to full-stack development and 50% to operator training and supporting operations.
• Challenge requirements, develop tooling, and reshape training workflows to create efficient operator training processes.
• Create training content, develop training plans, and provide instruction to mission control operators.
• Plan, schedule, and execute training events and simulations with SpaceX, NASA, and customer teams.
• Script, test, and deploy simulation software components to ensure a high-quality training experience.
• Develop and maintain the simulation environment, including servers, applications, and automation.
• Become an on-console mission control operator to support human and cargo spaceflight missions.
• Develop subject matter expertise and clearly communicate technical concepts to a wide audience.
• Work closely with operations teams to innovate how humans interact with a diverse fleet of interplanetary spacecraft.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for long-term incentives, including company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards.
• Potential discretionary bonuses.
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 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.
• May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level