Process
The interview was pretty straightforward overall.
However, they were looking for someone with liquid engine development experience coming out of college as an undergraduate, which was a little unrealistic.
Other than that, they just asked me to expand on my resume experience.
They wanted to hear about CAD experience and hand drafting experience, as that is what they focus on for their liquid engine development group.
Questions
What kind of fuel do the different rocket engines at SpaceX use?
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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
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
Candidates reported having very good feelings for SpaceX's Propulsion Engineer interview process in United States.
SpaceX Work Experiences
- 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.
- 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.
