Launch Operations Video & Communications Lead

Spacex; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Spacex seeks a Lead Video & Voice Systems Engineer to head a team of IT professionals supporting launch operations, from pre-flight to post-launch analysis. You will own the video, voice and network infrastructure, lead system design, and drive reliability across the launch lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on technical contribution, strong leadership, ability to collaborate with engineers and webcast teams, and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/EE or STEM with 5+ years of professional video, voice and/or networking engineering experience.
• Experience leading or managing teams and projects.
• U.S. work authorization and ITAR familiarity is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities/priorities of the team.
• Provide input for hiring, termination, promotion, and performance decisions for direct reports.
• Lead IT infrastructure for launch operations and ensure reliability during critical windows.
• Mentor team members to ensure knowledge-sharing and growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design IT solutions across launch lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement for IT systems, change management, monitoring, and incident handling.
• Oversee day-to-day IT operations during launch windows.
• Own video, voice and network hardware including selection, procurement, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable, maintainable products across programs.

Skills

Video systems

Voice systems

Networking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/EE or STEM

Tools

Video routers

IP video

Cameras

Audio mixers

Dante

SMPTE ST 2110

Job description

Spacex seeks a Lead Video & Voice Systems Engineer to head a team of IT professionals supporting launch operations, from pre-flight to post-launch analysis. You will own the video, voice and network infrastructure, lead system design, and drive reliability across the launch lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on technical contribution, strong leadership, ability to collaborate with engineers and webcast teams, and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.