SpaceX is hiring AI satellites engineers after xAI acquisition

SpaceX is hiring engineers for key projects, including AI satellites, orbital data centers, and many other important roles, following xAI’s acquisition.

The hiring focuses on critical engineering roles across multiple disciplines. These include solar power systems, process automation, manufacturing, mechanical design, electrical engineering, optics, and software development. Positions are based primarily in Austin (including Bastrop, Texas) and Seattle.

These teams will develop technologies for AI satellites operating in space, often described as space-based data centers. Such systems could leverage orbital advantages like constant solar energy, natural cooling, and reduced latency for high-performance computing.

This massive hiring shows SpaceX’s efforts to integrate advanced AI into its Starlink constellation. Orbital computing may support faster data processing for global applications, while enhancing satellite autonomy and performance. Bringing these capabilities in-house allows quicker iteration and innovation in satellite design.

Additionally, SpaceX is hiring elite engineers for a new 230 MeV cyclotron facility in Florida. This in-house setup will conduct single-event radiation testing, simulating space radiation effects on electronics.

It will accelerate development across all SpaceX vehicles, including Starlink satellites, Falcon rockets, and Starship. Reliable radiation-hardened components are essential for long-term operations in harsh space environments.

On the SpaceX careers page, under Starlink programs, numerous openings align with these needs. Examples include:

• Solar Cell Process Engineer
• Automation & Controls Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer for satellite components
• Electrical Design Engineer
• Optical Engineer for space lasers
• Embedded Software Engineer

SpaceX is hiring engineers for AI satellites, space data centers and other important roles (source – X)

Many roles are located in Bastrop, Texas, with others in various sites. The new Florida facility may soon list specialized positions in radiation effects, particle acceleration, and testing engineering.

SpaceX Founder and CEO, Elon Musk, encouraged applicants by emphasizing the role in advancing humanity’s reach into space. He also noted the rarity of company-owned cyclotrons, underscoring the unique scale of the project.

These hirings reflect the rocket maker’s rapid expansion in space infrastructure. By building advanced AI satellites and internal testing capabilities, SpaceX aims to make space more accessible for computation and exploration.

Interested engineers can apply through the official SpaceX careers portal here.