Join SpaceX as an IT Network Engineer to maintain and enhance the network supporting rocket and spacecraft manufacturing and launches.
Posted by employer 18 hours ago
First seen on Joblaze 7 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 7 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Procure, configure, and install network hardware
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues
- Plan and coordinate network outage windows
- Perform wireless surveys
- Create and update network documentation
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 3+ years of professional network engineering experience
- 5+ years of professional network engineering experience and high school diploma or equivalency certificate in lieu of a degree
Nice to have
- Understanding of the OSI model and network standards
- Industry-standard certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, or JNCIP
Practical constraints
- This role requires you to be onsite
- Must be willing to work overtime and occasional weekends
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 35 lbs. unassisted
Requirements
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
The IT Network Engineer at SpaceX is responsible for the daily maintenance and troubleshooting of the network infrastructure that supports rocket and spacecraft operations. Key skills include expertise in routing, switching, VoIP, and wireless technologies, with a focus on Cisco and Juniper systems. This role is suited for candidates with a strong background in network engineering, ideally with several years of experience and relevant certifications. The position requires on-site work and a commitment to supporting critical project timelines.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 2, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 2, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Vandenberg, CA.
- Linux appears in 5.2% of 2974 comparable mid other roles in United States; Cisco wireless LAN controllers appears in 0.1% of 2974 comparable mid other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the IT Network Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- 3–5 years of relevant experience for this IT Network Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: ARP, Arista, CDP, Cisco Catalyst, Cisco wireless LAN controllers, DHCP.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this IT Network Engineer role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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.
IT NETWORK ENGINEER
SpaceX is looking for a network engineer with experience in networking technologies that support routing, switching, VoIP, and Wi-Fi. This employee will be a member of the IT Networking team, which is responsible for maintaining a stable, reliable, and diverse network. This network supports the design, manufacturing, and launching of rockets, spacecraft, satellites, and human spaceflight. This position will support the campus and data center network, including live data center build environments, using reliable design standards. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, able to document work in a ticketing system, excel at multi-tasking, resolve issues to prevent failures, and enjoy a fast-paced high-tech environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Procure, configure, and install network hardware: switches, access points, UPS, and PDUs.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues.
- Plan and coordinate network outage windows with stakeholders for software updates, hardware refreshes, and general network maintenance.
- Perform wireless surveys to determine coverage gaps and implement solutions.
- Configure and troubleshoot network access control (NAC) and other security features.
- Perform job walks with customers, vendors, and contractors to gather network requirements and create implementation plans.
- Build and maintain IDF rooms across campus in accordance with network standards.
- Monitor network health using in-house and third-party tools.
- Create and update network documentation.
- Manage network hardware inventory.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 3+ years of professional network engineering experience; OR 5+ years of professional network engineering experience and high school diploma or equivalency certificate in lieu of a degree.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Understanding of the OSI model and network standards.
- Cisco Catalyst, Juniper, and Arista data center-class switches.
- Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies.
- Wave Division Multiplexing and fiber optics.
- DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP, LLDP.
- Switch port security features.
- Network monitoring and automation tools.
- Documentation and procedural installation.
- Linux/Windows system administration.
- Industry-standard certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, or JNCIP.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This role requires you to be onsite. Hybrid or remote work will not be considered.
- Must be willing to work overtime and occasional weekends when necessary to support launch and critical project timelines.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 35 lbs. unassisted.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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