Process
The process was very quick.
I was put in touch with some of the managers in the department for a brief phone meeting.
Everything felt like it went well, and I had no issues with the questions overall. I was told I would receive a phone call with more information the following week.
However, I heard nothing. It's now two months later, and my application is still listed as "In Progress."
Questions
With GD&T, if you design two plates with a circular gasket sealing them together, what call-out might you give to the side without the gasket?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 30 interview experiences for the SpaceX Mechanical Design Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
SpaceX's interview process for their Mechanical Design Engineer 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 Mechanical Design Engineer interview process in United States.
SpaceX Work Experiences
- 4.0Solid company, with top Talent, Long hoursMechanical Design Engineer • Former EmployeeLos Angeles, CADecember 2, 2024Pros: You'll be working on some of the best products in the world. The level of talent and knowledge of coworkers is unmatched.Cons: Long working hours, but then again, this is where engineers learn to thrive and be scrappy.
- 4.0Great opportunities for young engineers, work weekends.Mechanical Design Engineer • Former EmployeeLos Angeles, CASeptember 10, 2026Pros: You can make significant contributions as a young engineer.Cons: Long work hours and weekend work.
- 5.0Very fulfilling workSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHawthorne, CAFebruary 12, 2024Pros: It is hard to find more fulfilling worth than at SpaceX, even what was normally annoying work elsewhere carries a weight of excitement at SpaceX. Almost everyone shares the same passion for space and space technology, which is a huge plus too.Cons: There’s definitely a pressure to work as hard as possible, and sometimes various parties may not align on priorities.
