Pros: Working with incredible and motivated people. Being a part of some incredible launches and overall aerospace history. My position is shift work, so being able to go home at the end of the day and working ~50 hours a week without being pressured to do more (although that is pretty unique to my role at SpaceX).

Cons: Working at a company owned by Elon Musk. A company whose main goal is simply "humans on Mars!!" but seemingly without attempting to overcome a single technical or scientific hurdle to achieve that goal, besides rocket power. My position is shift work, so without being pressured to do the typical amount of insane SpaceX hours, the trade off is that my schedule shifts around from front half to back half of the week, and from days to nights, making it nearly impossible to have a life outside of work. And of course, for those in the company who are salaried but not on shift work, there is certainly pressure to do nothing but work.

Pros: - Large ownership scope - Autonomy to own decisions and processes - Fast pace that accelerates learning potential

Cons: - Poor WLB - Toxic relationship between supply chain, production, and design - Line leaders who are unwilling to communicate actual risk or push back on schedule to senior leadership

Pros: • Innovative Environment: Every day brings something new. The pace of innovation here is unlike anything I’ve seen. • Growth Opportunities: I’ve learned more here in a few months than I have in years at other companies. • Inspiring Leadership: My leaders have been supportive, forward-thinking, and committed to the mission. • Team Culture: My coworkers have been fantastic—collaborative, driven, and helpful. • Mission-Driven Work: It’s incredibly motivating to be part of something bigger, pushing the boundaries of space exploration.

Cons: • Demanding Hours: Long days and weekend work can be challenging, especially for those balancing family life. • Fast-Paced Pressure: The pace is intense, and expectations are high—it’s not for everyone. • Work-Life Balance: Depending on the role, achieving balance can be difficult.