SpaceX Materials Engineer Full-time Phone Interview

Role: Materials Engineer
Result: Rejected after the technical phone interview

Report time: 2/23/2026

The process moved quickly.

Recruiter interview — 30 minutes

• Confirmed work authorization and GPA
• Asked for an introduction and background summary
• Discussed willingness to work overtime
• Asked basic professional questions, including which materials the candidate knew best

Technical interview — 30 minutes

• Took place the following day
• Focused on previous work and detailed résumé follow-ups
• Included questions about the core skills required for the position

The conversation appeared to go well, but the team later decided not to continue to the onsite stage.