SpaceX · 13 hours ago
Space Operations Engineer (Crew Operations & Training)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$95K/yr - $115K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. As a Crew Operations and Training Engineer, you will prepare crewmembers for safe flight onboard SpaceX vehicles and develop training simulation assets to enhance operational efficiency.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop technical training materials for private and government crewmembers flying on Crew Dragon
Schedule, plan, and conduct training for Dragon crewmembers
Coordinate with internal and external customers and partners to develop operations and conduct joint training
Plan, script, test, automate, and troubleshoot training simulations
Develop new training tools that improve training efficiency
Develop crew operations for new mission designs and improve operations for existing designs
Work with teams across SpaceX and externally to drive continuous improvements in crew operations and training
Train for and operate the Dragon spacecraft
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience providing technical training to an audience that must apply it in a safety-critical environment
1+ years of experience with Python or Javascript
Flexibility required including long hours and weekend work when necessary to support operations and critical project timelines
Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Familiarity with launch vehicles or spacecraft systems
Master's degree in a technical discipline
Strong written and verbal communication of technical information
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Previous spacecraft engineering experience
Previous experience training personnel for a challenging operational role
Experience with Javascript, HTML, and Python scripting
Familiarity with Atlassian Products (Jira, Confluence, Bamboo)
Capacity to balance conflicting opinions and manage expectations between multiple teams
Able to be flexible and adapt in a changing and fast-paced environment
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of 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, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Recent News
2026-02-08
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