Senior Launch Network Infrastructure Engineer

SpaceX; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an IT Network Infrastructure Engineer for the LAUNCH organization. You will design, install, and maintain the physical cabling, network hardware, on-premises compute, and data center environments that support Starship launch pads.

You will work with launch automation teams to ensure robust connectivity for critical control systems. Responsibilities include owning network infrastructure, monitoring health, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering scalable, highly operable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other STEM field; 5+ years designing and maintaining system-level communications, or 7+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with TCP/IP-based equipment, fiber/copper cabling, and designing scalable control networks.
• Ability to manage multiple design-build projects with strong documentation.

Responsibilities

• Own network infrastructure including product selection, procurement, configuration, install, and troubleshooting.
• Monitor network health, diagnose root causes, and collaborate with launch teams.
• Create project implementation plans with customers, vendors, and contractors.
• Develop scalable, maintainable solutions for critical launch environments.
• Support day-to-day IT systems operations during launch windows.

Skills

Network design

Project management

Documentation

CAD / electrical schematics

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other STEM

Tools

TCP/IP networking

Cable routing

BICSI/NEC/TIA/EIA standards

CAD / electrical schematics software

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an IT Network Infrastructure Engineer for the LAUNCH organization. You will design, install, and maintain the physical cabling, network hardware, on-premises compute, and data center environments that support Starship launch pads.

You will work with launch automation teams to ensure robust connectivity for critical control systems. Responsibilities include owning network infrastructure, monitoring health, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering scalable, highly operable