Space Operations Engineer (Ground Operator Training)
SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA
About this role
**Space Operations Engineer (Ground Operator Training)** SpaceX Operations Engineers are dedicated to innovation in all aspects of spaceflight execution and training. As an Operations Training Engineer, you will prepare teams of spacecraft operators to safely execute human and cargo spaceflight missions, become a SpaceX spacecraft operator yourself, and drive the development of a new paradigm for 21st century spaceflight training. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** • Develop, train, and evaluate operations teams to safely conduct Dragon and Starship 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 • 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 • Develop and maintain the simulation environment (servers, applications, and automation) • Become an on-console mission control operator to support spaceflight missions • Develop subject matter expertise and communicate technical concepts clearly • Work closely with operations teams to innovate human interaction with interplanetary spacecraft **BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:** • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science discipline • 1+ years of technical training experience in critical environments or real-time operations • 1+ years of programming experience in Python or JavaScript **PREFERRED SKILLS:** • Master's degree in a technical discipline • Spacecraft/aircraft engineering or operations experience • Professional software development experience • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills • Strong technical communication abilities • Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments **COMPENSATION:** Level I: $95,000 - $130,000/year Level II: $110,000 - $160,000/year Includes stock options, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), 3 weeks paid vacation, and 10+ paid holidays. **REQUIREMENTS:** • Open to occasional travel to CA, TX, and FL • Willing to work long hours and weekends for mission operations • Must meet ITAR requirements (U.S. citizen, green card holder, refugee, or asylee status)
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