Process
I applied online.
I completed the initial 20- to 30-minute call. This did not have any technical questions. I provided my portfolio and explained how certain projects fit this role. I was given the next interview and set up a time at the end of this call.
Questions
What do you know about Raptor and SpaceX?
Tell me about your expertise and how it would align with this position.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 82 interview experiences for the SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer role.
Success Rate
22%
Pass Rate
SpaceX's interview process for their Manufacturing Engineer roles is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive52%
Neutral34%
Negative13%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for SpaceX's Manufacturing Engineer interview process.
SpaceX Work Experiences
4.0
Shaping the future of space travel
Manufacturing Engineer • Current Employee
Hawthorne, CA
May 8, 2025
Pros: Always a new challenge and a fast-paced work environment. The scope of work is flexible and adaptive.
Cons: Extremely long hours! It's hard to set boundaries and continue to meet expectations.
3.0
Driven team but tough communication and workload
Manufacturing Engineer • Current Employee
Bastrop, TX
September 23, 2026
Pros: Super driven and organized teams, and good opportunities to move
Cons: Works people too hard and is hard to talk to.
5.0
Incredible benefits and mission-driven work, but clout-chasing exists
Manufacturing Engineer • Current Employee
Bastrop, TX
June 10, 2026
Pros: Incredible benefits, career movement that is based on merit, stocks, mission focused, jobs with a measurable purpose, and incredibly passionate individuals
Cons: Clout-chasing and prestige among certain management and team members greatly underestimate the magnitude of scale often.
- 4.0Shaping the future of space travelManufacturing Engineer • Current EmployeeHawthorne, CAMay 8, 2025Pros: Always a new challenge and a fast-paced work environment. The scope of work is flexible and adaptive.Cons: Extremely long hours! It's hard to set boundaries and continue to meet expectations.
- 3.0Driven team but tough communication and workloadManufacturing Engineer • Current EmployeeBastrop, TXSeptember 23, 2026Pros: Super driven and organized teams, and good opportunities to moveCons: Works people too hard and is hard to talk to.
- 5.0Incredible benefits and mission-driven work, but clout-chasing existsManufacturing Engineer • Current EmployeeBastrop, TXJune 10, 2026Pros: Incredible benefits, career movement that is based on merit, stocks, mission focused, jobs with a measurable purpose, and incredibly passionate individualsCons: Clout-chasing and prestige among certain management and team members greatly underestimate the magnitude of scale often.
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