# Operations Engineer, Applied AI (Application Software) Source: https://realanalystjobs.com/job/operations-engineer-applied-ai-application-software-spacex-c2c8c4c8 Operations Engineer, Applied AI (Application Software) at SpaceX, an on-site role based in McGregor, Texas, USA. Experience level: 1+ Years. Posted on 28 July 2026, read from SpaceX's own careers page (Greenhouse), which RealAnalystJobs re-checks daily and removes the role when it closes. SpaceX has approved H-1B petitions on USCIS record (employer-wide, not a promise for this role). Updated 15 November 2026. ## Key facts - Company: [SpaceX](https://realanalystjobs.com/companies/spacex) - Location: McGregor, Texas, USA - Work mode: On-site - Posted: Jul 28, 2026 - Employment type: Full time - Experience level: 1+ Years - Source: SpaceX's careers page (Greenhouse), re-checked daily ## Visa sponsorship The posting does not say. SpaceX had H-1B petitions approved for 31 workers in fiscal year 2026 (USCIS). That is history, not a promise for this role. [See the record](https://realanalystjobs.com/companies/spacex#h1b-record) ## About this role SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER, APPLIED AI (APPLICATION SOFTWARE) As an Operations Engineer on SpaceX’s team, you will act as a key technical partner. You’ll help internal teams across different programs explore the capabilities of different platforms and design smart, effective strategies for incorporating large language models into their products and infrastructure. This hybrid role blends strong technical depth with strong interpersonal skills to empower different teams within the company to create powerful AI-powered solutions while prioritizing safety and responsible deployment. You’ll collaborate closely with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams to support them from early exploration all the way through successful implementation. Using your engineering background, you will build practical testing approaches and create robust system designs that deliver meaningful results. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Work alongside internal teams to uncover their needs and design technical approaches that closely align with their goals • Serve as the main technical point of contact, supporting end-to-end while coordinating with internal teams to ensure strong outcomes • Build prototypes and proof-of-concept applications that clearly illustrate effective ways to integrate with Spok/Grok • Advise on system-on-system architecture and support teams in developing advanced applications powered by LLMs - Large Language Models • Keep current evolving LLM technologies, best practices, and the tools commonly used in fast-moving environments BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM or engineering discipline • 1+ years of experience working in engineering or operations/process development PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Hands-on experience supporting cross- functional teams and a solid grasp of their fast-paced environment, limited resources, and specific pain points, specifically in engineering disciplines • Ability to code along with a track record of developing production-level applications • Experience with shipping real-world applications using large language models and related machine learning tools to lead cross-functional groups • Knowledge of common LLM techniques including prompt design, evaluation methods, agent systems, and retrieval architecture • Previous experience working with AI product design, development, integration, and/or test • Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and deliver expeditious results across multiple parallel priorities • Previous experience innovating process improvements, AI integrations, and AI system design in an enterprise setting • Positive, "can-do" attitude, self-starter, and ability to work in a high-pace dynamic environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed • Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time to visit different sites • Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg • This role requires you to be onsite. Remote and/or hybrid work will not be considered ITAR REQUIREMENTS: • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com . Description from SpaceX's public careers feed, reproduced so you can read the role here. Apply on the company's own site; Real Analyst Jobs never submits anything for you. ## How to apply Open [this role on Real Analyst Jobs](https://realanalystjobs.com/job/operations-engineer-applied-ai-application-software-spacex-c2c8c4c8) and use Apply now there to reach the employer's application. The listing is re-checked against SpaceX's careers page daily and removed when it closes. ## SpaceX 90 open analyst roles on Real Analyst Jobs. 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