Process
Had a technical phone interview. Interviewer asked a lot of very technical questions, although they were willing to give hints if you didn't know how to answer. It was hard, but not impossible if you're still in college and still have lots of theory in your head.
Questions
Describe the inverted pendulum problem.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 55 interview experiences for the SpaceX Propulsion Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
18%
Pass Rate
SpaceX's interview process for their Propulsion Engineer roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive55%
Neutral31%
Negative15%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for SpaceX's Propulsion Engineer interview process in United States.
SpaceX Work Experiences
5.0
Challenging and fun work, but long hours drain energy
Propulsion Engineer • Current Employee
Texas City, TX
July 24, 2026
Pros: Tough challenges and always fun if you are passionate about the industry
Cons: Long work hours can be draining.
3.0
Okay Place
Propulsion Engineer • Former Employee
Cape Canaveral, FL
October 20, 2025
Pros: I was paid very well.
Cons: Had to work very long work hours.
4.0
Working in starship rocket.
Propulsion Engineer • Current Employee
Texas City, TX
June 14, 2024
Pros: Good place for work that is incredible.
Cons: Bad treatment sometimes, and little values.
- 5.0Challenging and fun work, but long hours drain energyPropulsion Engineer • Current EmployeeTexas City, TXJuly 24, 2026Pros: Tough challenges and always fun if you are passionate about the industryCons: Long work hours can be draining.
- 3.0Okay PlacePropulsion Engineer • Former EmployeeCape Canaveral, FLOctober 20, 2025Pros: I was paid very well.Cons: Had to work very long work hours.
- 4.0Working in starship rocket.Propulsion Engineer • Current EmployeeTexas City, TXJune 14, 2024Pros: Good place for work that is incredible.Cons: Bad treatment sometimes, and little values.
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