About the company
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
Job Summary
RESPONSIBILITIES:
šLead a team of highly skilled IT professionals responsible for implementing and maintaining IT infrastructure that directly supports SpaceXās launch operations. šCollaborate with cross-functional teams to distill requirements and design effective IT solutions that support the entire launch lifecycle from pre-flight preparations to post-launch analysis and recovery operations. šProvide liaison support between SpaceX and the United States Space Force and NASA, participating in technical briefings, evaluating requirements and connecting appropriate resources to solve challenges. šDrive continuous improvement initiatives to bolster the reliability of IT systems and advance team efficiency -- change management, performance metrics, monitoring, preventative maintenance, incident handling, customer request handling, etc. šOversee and participate in the day-to-day operation of IT systems, ensuring seamless functionality and reliability during critical launch windows. šProvide coaching and mentorship to other members of the SpaceX team, fostering team cohesion, knowledge redundancy and professional growth.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
šBachelors 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. š1+ years of professional experience leading technical teams and/or projects