Starship Production Checkout Controller

SpaceX; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Test Specialist, Production Checkouts (Starship) to sit on console as Vehicle Controller for Starship production checkouts at Starbase. You will execute test plans, monitor telemetry, and enforce safety protocols to ensure safe progression of flight hardware through checks and approvals.

Responsibilities include operating checkout sequences, communicating clearly with technicians, and escalating issues as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years executing test procedures or controlled operations
• Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 2+ years hands-on aerospace/test experience
• Experience as console operator / vehicle controller
• Experience with pressurized systems and cryogenics
• Understanding spacecraft systems: avionics, propulsion, pneumatics
• Experience reading telemetry, schematics, P&IDs
• Data analysis in Excel, VBA, SQL
• Ability to work at heights and outdoors in harsh conditions

Responsibilities

• Serve as Vehicle Controller on console for Starship production checkouts at Starbase and associated stations
• Execute released test plans and work orders including leak checks and propulsion tests
• Run checkout sequences on flight hardware and halt operations for safety
• Maintain radio discipline and enforce PPE and stop-work authority
• Monitor live telemetry and alarms; issue tickets for hardware/procedure escapes
• Close test requirements and ensure readiness for next steps
• Train and check out other Vehicle Controllers and technicians
• Interface with production supervisors and technicians to clear blockers
• Support Test Readiness Reviews ensuring readiness of GSE, qualifications, and configurations

Skills

Telemetry reading

Excel/VBA/SQL

Data analysis

Radio communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate/Bachelor's degree in engineering

Experience in aerospace manufacturing or test

Tools

MES / work-order systems

GSE procedures

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Test Specialist, Production Checkouts (Starship) to sit on console as Vehicle Controller for Starship production checkouts at Starbase. You will execute test plans, monitor telemetry, and enforce safety protocols to ensure safe progression of flight hardware through checks and approvals.

Responsibilities include operating checkout sequences, communicating clearly with technicians, and escalating issues as needed.