Join SpaceX as an IT Wireless Network Engineer to design and manage wireless networks for rocket and spacecraft operations.
Posted by employer 4 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 3 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Design access point placements for new wireless network deployments
- Perform wireless surveys to identify coverage gaps
- Troubleshoot wireless issues across a large enterprise deployment
- Schedule and perform software and hardware updates
- Create and maintain documentation of wireless networks
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 3+ years of professional network engineering experience
- Understanding of wireless and RF technologies
Nice to have
- Experience with CBRS deployments
- Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies
- Cisco DNA Center
- Ekahau wireless products
- Network monitoring tools
- Industry-standard certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE
Practical constraints
- This role requires you to be onsite
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 35 lbs. unassisted
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
The IT Wireless Network Engineer at SpaceX is responsible for designing, deploying, and managing wireless networks that support critical operations in rocket and spacecraft development. This role requires expertise in wireless technologies, including experience with Cisco systems and network monitoring tools, alongside strong troubleshooting and documentation skills. Ideal candidates have a background in network engineering, with at least three years of experience or equivalent qualifications. The position is part of a fast-paced IT Networking team focused on innovative aerospace projects.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 3 days ago — first seen on Joblaze October 31, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 2, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Starbase, TX.
- Linux appears in 5.7% of 3239 comparable mid other roles in United States; Cisco appears in 0.3% of 3239 comparable mid other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the IT Wireless Network Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Memphis, TN.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this IT Wireless Network Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Memphis, TN.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Cisco, Ekahau, Linux, Windows.
- 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 Wireless 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 WIRELESS NETWORK ENGINEER
SpaceX is looking for an experienced wireless network engineer with a background in designing, deploying, and managing wireless networks in an enterprise environment. This employee will be a member of the IT Networking team, which is responsible for managing SpaceX wireless networks. This network supports the design, manufacturing, and launching of rockets, spacecraft, satellites, and human spaceflight. This position will be focused on designing, building, and troubleshooting wireless networks, including coverage for campus and live data center build environments, with occasional travel to other sites. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, able to document work, excel at multi-tasking, and enjoy a fast-paced high-tech environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design access point placements for new wireless network deployments.
- Work with the network infrastructure team to ensure access points are deployed in the desired locations and to standard.
- Perform wireless surveys to identify coverage gaps and performance concerns, and implement remediation.
- Troubleshoot wireless issues across a large enterprise deployment.
- Schedule and perform software and hardware updates.
- Procure and manage wireless hardware inventory.
- Monitor wireless network health using in-house and third-party tools.
- Create and maintain documentation of wireless networks.
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 wireless and RF technologies.
- Experience with CBRS deployments.
- Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies.
- Cisco DNA Center.
- Ekahau wireless products.
- Network monitoring tools.
- Network documentation.
- Linux/Windows system administration.
- Industry-standard certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent vendor certifications.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This role requires you to be onsite. Hybrid or remote work will not be considered.
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 35 lbs. unassisted.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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