SpaceX reviews

3.8

67% would recommend to a friend

(2,728 total reviews)
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Elon Musk

72% approve of CEO

79% positive business outlook

SpaceX has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,728 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The SpaceX employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Aeroespacial y defensa industry (3.6 stars).

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2.0
Mar 2, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Aerospace experience is great on a resume. Good experience working here but I wouldn't say a good career company. Good for recent graduates.

Cons

Benefits are not up to par compared to my previous employers. A great deal of unfairness happens within the company. Borderline discrimination and favoritism. I'm currently searching for other opportunities. Salaries are low.

4.0
Feb 28, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

No place quite like it, applying a vertical model to space flight. Factory is in the back, can get hands on hardware Very talented co-workers. Unique experiences with test and launch. Stock options a plus.

Cons

Compensation is seemingly on the lower end. Expect a "work first" attitude. Not very team oriented, often a single person takes the fall. Function organization, dividing the stakeholders.

1.0
Feb 28, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

So far, SpaceX is the only company putting their money where their mouth is. When VPs or Directors want something done, it gets done right away. Engineers do get treated very well, despite the long hours. The company is very young, so seeking for career advice is limited but it makes it more comfortable for those coming out of school. Easy to move up in the ladder if you make the right friends.

Cons

Working with certain groups or at different sites is like being back in High School. If you are not part of a click, you will be cut. Engineering leads don't have any managerial experience. Despite having a strong technical background, if they do not like you personally, they will find a way to get rid of you permanently.

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