Automation and Controls (Starlink) Interview Experience
Process
First, there was a phone interview with the recruiter, who asked very basic questions and was basically there just to set up the next interview.
The next interview was with a manager on the team, who delved a little more into the technical aspects of the projects listed on my resume.
There were no questions about engineering fundamentals or pop-quiz-like questions, just questions pertaining to my experience.
Questions
What was a technically challenging project you have worked on?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the SpaceX Automation and Controls (Starlink) role in United States.
Success Rate
SpaceX's interview process for their Automation and Controls (Starlink) roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for SpaceX's Automation and Controls (Starlink) interview process in United States.
SpaceX Work Experiences
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