SpaceX

Pilot in Command (PIC)

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA

Posted 19 days ago · $225,000 - $325,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
19 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
52% of SpaceX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
high
1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
Hiring momentum
3062 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.

About this role

As a Pilot in Command (PIC) at SpaceX, you will conduct domestic and international flights while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations. Your responsibilities will include pre-flight planning, maintaining aircraft logs, and collaborating with crew and ground support. You will also participate in ongoing training to stay current in aviation best practices.

Our read on this posting4.4out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.

What you need

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 4,000+ hours total flight time
  • First class medical certificate
  • Ability to work on an on-call basis
  • Current passport
  • Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

Nice to have

  • Strong knowledge of FAR Part 91 operations and corporate aviation standards
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Boeing 737 Type Rating and/or Gulfstream G650 Type Rating
  • 500+ hours in the Gulfstream GV series
  • Experience in high-end corporate or executive transport operations

What you get

  • Pay Range: Level 5: $225,000 - $325,000
  • Long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
  • Potential discretionary bonuses
  • Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of the types of aircraft you will be flying
  • On-call work may lead to unpredictable hours
  • High level of responsibility for passenger safety and comfort

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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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