Starship Launch Operations Engineer

Starlink; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Launch Operations Engineer to serve as on-console flight controller during launch events and to lead testing of hardware for flight readiness. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and rapid iteration in a high‑cadence environment.

Candidates should bring hands-on engineering experience, strong data analysis skills (Python/MATLAB), and the ability to work extended hours and travel to launch sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline.
• Hands-on build/design experience (internship, club, competition) counts.
• Ability to work in ambiguous requirements and tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-console flight controllers during launch events.
• Test integrated rocket hardware to determine flight suitability.
• Provide on-console engineering support for technicians during test/launch operations.
• Write and review control logic/automation for test and launch systems.
• Perform real-time and post-op data review to evaluate performance and document results.
• Identify and implement improvements to test and launch processes to increase capability and rate.
• Collaborate with design, production, and ground system engineers to resolve issues.
• Ensure all operations are conducted safely and efficiently.

Skills

Python

Analytical data review

Team collaboration

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

R

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Launch Operations Engineer to serve as on-console flight controller during launch events and to lead testing of hardware for flight readiness. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and rapid iteration in a high‑cadence environment.

Candidates should bring hands-on engineering experience, strong data analysis skills (Python/MATLAB), and the ability to work extended hours and travel to launch sites as needed.