Role Overview
SpaceX is hiring a entry-level IT Systems Administrator, Launch. This is a full-time role in Starbase. Part of SpaceX's Security hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
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 SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR, LAUNCH
SpaceX is looking for a highly skilled and knowledgeable IT Systems Administrator to support the networking, compute administration, and application support needs of our launch environment. This role will be pivotal to the enablement of safe and sustained launch cadence, directly supporting our goals of making humanity a multiplanetary species. Candidate must be comfortable working on mission-critical systems with a sense of urgency appropriate to the responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail and operational excellence.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Augment and deploy new IT infrastructure, including networking, server, and desktop hardware directly supporting mission critical networks across the country.
- Perform periodic systems upgrades and patches in between critical operations, sometimes on weekends and evenings.
- Monitor IT services and respond aggressively to incidents to maintain systems performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to proactively identify and resolve potential technical issues with systems deployments.
- Author and maintain documentation for IT systems, from systems overview documents and design drawings to procedures.
- Leverage automation tools and contribute to IT systems engineering efforts.
- Ensure that systems are configured and maintained in compliance with industry and cybersecurity standards (e.g. ITAR, ISO, NIST).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- 3+ years of experience in IT systems administration.
- Hands-on experience with Linux or Windows server administration.
- Experience with enterprise network administration and deployment.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Working knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, NTP, PTP etc), firewalls administration and cybersecurity technologies.
- Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Powershell/Python) and automation frameworks (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet).
- Familiarity with Active Directory and multi-platform authentication/identification environments.
- Experience with virtualization platforms and tools.
- Understanding of Layer 1 configuration best practices and multiplexing technologies.
- Working knowledge, including the ability to setup, configure, upgrade, manage, and troubleshoot, Windows-based systems and services (i.e. SCCM, Active Directory).
- Exposure to real-time systems and industrial telemetry networks.
- Experience with configuration management, provisioning, infrastructure as code, and other DevOps concepts and tools.
- Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate with internal/external customers, vendors, management etc. in both formal and informal situations.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Willing to work extended hours or weekends as necessary.
- Willing to be on after-hours on-call rotation.
- Ability to lift up to 30lbs.
- Ability to work at heights.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the IT Systems Administrator, Launch position at SpaceX?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to SpaceX. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the IT Systems Administrator, Launch position at SpaceX located?
This position is based in Starbase. SpaceX has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a IT Systems Administrator, Launch at SpaceX earn?
SpaceX has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the IT Systems Administrator, Launch role at SpaceX posted?
This role was posted on April 30, 2026 (53 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the IT Systems Administrator, Launch role at SpaceX entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements SpaceX has listed.
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