What is the hiring process at Space Exploration Technologies?

You apply for a job at Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) on its website.

The application for a job at the company is very detailed. In addition to general information, here are some of the fields you fill out:

• GPA (Undergraduate)

• GPA (Graduate)

• GPA (Doctorate)

• SAT Score

• ACT Score

• GRE Score

• GMAT Score

• SpaceX employment history

• Portfolio (attachment)

• Active security clearances

After submitting your application, a recruiter of Space Exploration Technologies contacts you to schedule your first of many interviews. The first couple of interviews are phone interviews.

Next, you will have a set of in-person or video interviews with department heads. The total number of interviews ranges from five to ten.

Here are some topics that are covered in a Space Exploration Technologies interview:

• In-depth questions about your resume.

• Your knowledge of Space Exploration Technologies.

• In-depth technical questions about the specific job.

• What are your professional achievements?

• How did you play a critical role in the success of the company you last worked for?

• Please expound on any technical innovations you have been associated with.

• Why do you want to work for Space Exploration Technologies?

• Why should we hire you over another candidate?

Certain positions with the company require you to complete these tasks during the hiring process:

• Qualifying tests

• PowerPoint presentations

• Talking supervisors through your portfolio

Space Exploration Technologies performs a thorough background check on all candidates during the hiring process. This is a requirement due to the fact that the company is contracted by NASA.

The entire length of the hiring process at Space Exploration Technologies is anywhere from one month to several months.