or apply directly on SpaceX's site. We never take the application ourselves.
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.
- 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
Summarised from SpaceX's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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