BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in a STEM discipline and 3+ years professional experience OR 6+ years of experience in an IT Administration or IT Engineering role without a degree.
- 1+ years of professional experience leading technical teams and/or projects.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience working with server solutions (hardware and software) in Linux or Windows environments as well as enterprise-grade network infrastructure including switches, routers and firewalls.
- Ability to create and maintain detailed technical documentation and operational runbooks.
- Experience working in a mission-critical environment preferably within the aerospace or defense sectors.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong leadership skills including the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team of IT professionals.
- Ability to independently and effectively manage projects in an extremely fast paced and constantly changing environment.
- Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to recognizing and overcoming technical challenges.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to work extended hours or weekends as necessary.
- Ability to provide 24x7 on-call support in emergency situations.
- Able to lift 25lbs unassisted.
- Must be comfortable working at heights up to 110 meters with appropriate safety equipment.
- Recurring travel, up to 20% including air travel and occasional extended time at sea, is required for operational and training purposes.
- Ability to pass Department of Defense background check for military base access.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
IT Systems Engineer/Lead: $135,000.00 - $180,000.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- 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 Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.