Space Operations Training Engineer (Full Stack Software)

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term incentives/stock options

Medical, vision, dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Space Operations Training Engineer (Full Stack Software) to develop simulation and training tools while preparing spacecraft operators for Dragon missions. You will split your time 50/50 between building full stack software and delivering hands-on training to mission control teams.

You will create training content, plan events, and script simulation components, working with SpaceX, NASA, and customer teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or science discipline.
• 1+ years of experience providing technical training in critical environments or real-time operations experience.
• Master's degree in a technical discipline is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and strong communication.

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.
• Create training content and plans; 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 for high‑quality training.

Skills

Full stack software

Training delivery

Technical communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science

Master's degree in technical discipline

Tools

Software development

Job description

Space Operations Training Engineer (Full Stack Software)

Hawthorne, CA

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SPACE OPERATIONS TRAINING ENGINEER (FULL STACK SOFTWARE)

SpaceX Space Operations Engineers are dedicated to innovation in all aspects of spaceflight execution and training. As an Operations Training Engineer, you will prepare team of spacecraft operators to safely execute human and cargo spaceflight missions, become a SpaceX spacecraft operator yourself, and personally drive the development of a new paradigm for 21st century spaceflight training. Our team’s charter is to efficiently prepare hundreds of humans to safely operate space vehicles on interplanetary missions, and we need outstanding engineers to make this future a reality. If you are driven to fly spacecraft, train others to fly spacecraft, and have a passion for streamlining operations, then come join us in our work to ensure safe and sustainable spacecraft operations.

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 (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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or science discipline
• 1+ years of experience providing technical training to an audience that must apply it in a critical environment or real-time operations experience on a system that has high consequence of failure (e.g. a pilot, flight or test engineer, spacecraft operator, high performance automotive, etc.)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in a technical discipline
• Previous experience with spacecraft/aircraft engineering or operations
• Previous experience writing software in a professional environment

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Clear verbal and written technical communication skills

Capacity to balance conflicting opinions and manage expectations between multiple teams and customers

Able to quickly adapt and change course in a fast-paced environment

Insatiable hunger for continuous improvement and self-motivated to challenge the status quo

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be open to occasional travel to other SpaceX sites (California, Texas, and Florida)
• Must be willing to work long hours and weekends to support mission operations and critical project timelines

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Pay range:

• Level I: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year
• Level II: $110,000.00 - $160,000.00/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.

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. Learn more about the ITAR here .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affinitve Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail] .