Principal Operations Engineer (Application Software)

📋 Description

• Run the Application Software (ASW) operating cadence with the director and leadership team
• Own the ASW AOP (headcount, opex, capex, vendors) from bottoms-up inputs through Finance review
• Own the M&A playbook and execute integrations: diligence on people, software, vendors, and
• Own site activation for ASW: coverage model, local intake/support, hiring, a go-live plan aligned
• Own compute and hardware capacity: CPU/GPU/storage forecast; server-rack layout, power, cooling
• Redesign intake, prioritization, and SLAs so work enters ASW through one process — not a different

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in operations, engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or a related
• 7+ years of experience or education in management science and engineering, operations engineering
• 5+ years of experience in operations, strategy, program management, or technical leadership in a
• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Must be willing to travel frequently to SpaceX sites

🎁 Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
• Discretionary bonuses
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan