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Spring 2026 Graduate Engineer

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and operates multiple programs (Starship, Falcon, Starlink, Dragon, Starshield). The Spring 2026 Graduate Engineer program places early-career engineers into hands-on roles across design, manufacturing, integration & test, propulsion, structures, avionics and supply chain — giving graduate students real responsibility alongside full-time engineers.

Skills

  • 6+ months applied engineering experience (internship, lab, project or research)
  • Enrolled in a graduate program by start date and completed bachelor’s in engineering, physics or math
  • US citizen, US lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee (ITAR eligibility)
  • Ability to work effectively in integrated teams and adapt to changing requirements
  • Able to work full-time onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning Jan or Mar 2026

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to design, analysis, manufacturing, integration and test tasks assigned by program teams
  • Execute lab work, build tasks, and prototype fabrication under engineering direction
  • Collaborate closely with technicians, engineers and managers to deliver project milestones
  • Support troubleshooting, data collection, and documentation of test results
  • Participate in reviews, safety procedures and continuous improvement activities

Education

  • Completed bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics
  • Enrollment in a graduate program by the start of employment

Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary based on academic level (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD tiers)
  • Potential relocation stipend to subsidize moving costs
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and 401(k) retirement plan
  • Access to company leader presentations, networking events and professional development
  • Paid company holidays (10+ per year)
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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DATE POSTED
November 9, 2025
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