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IT Systems Engineer, Launch

SpaceX is developing the technologies to make human life multiplanetary and is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to design, operate, and harden mission-critical launch IT infrastructure at our Starbase launch site. The role focuses on automation, virtualization, secure operations aligned to NIST frameworks, and real-time support during launch and test activities.

Skills

  • Virtualization/containerization (VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix, Docker, OpenShift)
  • Active Directory and multi-platform authentication
  • GitOps concepts, tools, and processes
  • Linux and Windows server administration
  • Custom scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
  • Automation frameworks (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet)
  • Layer 3 networking, firewall administration, and monitoring
  • Familiarity with NIST or similar compliance frameworks
  • Real-time operations troubleshooting and high-pressure support

Responsibilities

  • Optimize and consolidate automation scripts and tooling supporting multiple launch vehicle classes
  • Provide advanced Linux and Windows administration and troubleshooting
  • Increase IT infrastructure maturity with alignment to NIST cybersecurity frameworks
  • Integrate DevOps tooling and GitOps processes into launch-support infrastructure
  • Collaborate with software and controls teams on build/configuration pipelines and verification
  • Provide real-time IT support during launches and tests for networking, hardware, and software
  • Enhance network monitoring by identifying blind spots and delivering scripts, filters, and dashboards
  • Research and validate virtualization, storage, and networking technologies in development environments
  • Maintain and improve CMDBs, procedures, and contingency plans
  • Support rapid infrastructure expansion with design guidance, topology diagrams, and project coordination

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems or related discipline and 3+ years systems engineering experience; OR 5+ years systems engineering experience in lieu of degree
  • Eligible to meet ITAR requirements (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) or able to obtain required authorizations

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off and leave policies
  • Opportunities for technical growth and cross-functional collaboration
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October 30, 2025
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