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OPERATIONS ENGINEER (STARLINK GROWTH) One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken ... Identify engineering and product defects in Starlink user experience; drive operational ...

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, PCBA (STARLINK) As a Software Engineer on the PCBA design and manufacturing team ... Create new applications that improve how SpaceX production operates * Build prototypes to prove out ...

Software Engineer, PCBA (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site +1

$145K - $175K/yr

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, PCBA (STARLINK) As a Software Engineer on the PCBA design and manufacturing team ... Create new applications that improve how SpaceX production operates * Build prototypes to prove out ...

Your work will directly accelerate SpaceX production and development by enabling every team to move ... operations teams BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer ...

Your work will directly accelerate SpaceX production and development by enabling every team to move ... operations teams BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer ...

Define and enforce operational standards with strict accountability * Collaborate with engineering ... SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit ...

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Do workers at SpaceX get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
81% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 88 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Does SpaceX pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
79% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 92 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

At SpaceX, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
84% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 92 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from SpaceX affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
99% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at SpaceX?

Most people get paid time off work.
96% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 68% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 24% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers at SpaceX worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
97% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do SpaceX workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
56% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it for SpaceX workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
54% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at SpaceX?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
90% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 90 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do SpaceX managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
84% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do jobs at SpaceX spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
9% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at SpaceX?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
97% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 95 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is a SpaceX job good for students?

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81% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at SpaceX good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
55% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at SpaceX feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
85% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 92 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at SpaceX get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
86% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at SpaceX?

Some people feel stressed out here.
60% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 104 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at SpaceX enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
92% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at SpaceX recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
71% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 101 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at SpaceX?

Most people got enough training when they started.
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at SpaceX?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 81% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think SpaceX’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
65% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 80 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how SpaceX is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
88% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 97 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
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Operations Engineer (Space Planning)

Operations Engineer (Space Planning)

SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 59 rated aerospace companies


Job description

OPERATIONS ENGINEER (SPACE PLANNING) 

The Corporate Operations Engineering team supports overall business operations through strategic planning, optimization of processes, and alignment of resources to tasks. In this role, you will work with all programs on the Hawthorne campus to develop and maintain accurate space allocations. You will be challenged to be up to date with space needs and timelines in order to help your stakeholders succeed. We are looking for an engineer with a history of managing multiple projects and providing creative solutions that will optimize operational efficiency. This position is based out of the Hawthorne campus and will require an active on-site presence. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Conduct operations engineering at a strategic level by optimizing resources, schedules, and risk under uncertainty 
  • Manage multiple concurrent projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to and influencing stakeholders
  • Maintain accurate information and coordinate space planning decisions within and between campuses using a BIM or mapping software such as ArcGIS, Revit or similar
  • Engage leadership and Operations Engineering teams across groups to understand requirements, synchronize efforts and provide input into space strategy and utilization across the Hawthorne campus 
  • Own and operate a plan of record for changes and trades across campus, including rationale, owners, and timeline of events 
  • Create and operationalize widespread usage of standard templates to facilitate space requests, increasing consistency and quality of rationale for requests 
  • Identify operational challenges within the organization, lead problem formulation, determine root cause, and implement creative and effective solutions 
  • Communicate effectively with different levels of the organization, including everything from layout reviews with engineers to presentations with upper leadership  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering, architecture, or engineering discipline 
  • 1+ years of operations/process improvement experience (internships may qualify)
  • Experience with Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Python/R 
  • Experience with CAD software 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • Previous experience working in a manufacturing, supply chain, or production environment 
  • Proficiency with statistics, data analysis, data visualization, and cost benefit analysis 
  • Experience with CAD software, ArcGIS, Archibus, Power BI, and JIRA 
  • Familiarity with inventory, production, and capacity planning (including MRP/ERP systems) 
  • Experience with lean, six sigma, and other related production principles 
  • Experience or education in management science and engineering, operations engineering, operations research, or industrial engineering 
  • Experience as a contributor to multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
  • Excellent written and communication skills 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
  • Must be willing to travel, including occasional short-notice domestic travel to other SpaceX locations
  • This role is located in Hawthorne, CA and requires you to be onsite. Hybrid or remote work will not be considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Pay Range:
Operations Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Operations Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.


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