Sr. Field Operations Engineer (Launch Pads)

SpaceX(13 days ago)

Vandenberg, CAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$125,000 - $175,000Launch Pad Engineering

About this role

Senior Field Operations Engineer (Launch Pads) at SpaceX based at Vandenberg Space Force Base supporting launch pad engineering for Falcon vehicles. The role is part of the Launch Pad Engineering team and contributes to SpaceX’s mission of enabling routine access to space by ensuring pad readiness and advancing pad technologies and processes. The position interfaces with government agencies and cross-functional teams to support launch operations and pad development.

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Required Skills

Finite Element
CAD
Mechanical Systems
Troubleshooting
Data Analysis
Control Systems
Instrumentation
Python
Structural Analysis
Communication

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree
U.S. Work Authorization (ITAR Eligible)
Ability to Pass Air Force Background Check

About SpaceX

spacex.com

SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.