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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Integration & Test Engineer, Dragon Controller - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Hawthorne, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Digital Electronics, Python (Programming Language), Software Systems, System Testing, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-spacex-248028978479594/ ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or related technical discipline. + 2+ years' experience in a test/automation/integration engineering role (including internships, design/build/compete project teams). PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: + Master's degree in engineering or related technical discipline. + Experience in control and monitoring of complex automated systems and risk assessment/reduction of the system. + Proficiency with programming in Python. + Competency in analog and digital circuits, fluids, statics and mechanics, sensors and instrumentation, data acquisition, and software. + Strong project management skills. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: + Must be willing to travel. + Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces. + Must be willing to work extended hours as needed. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: + To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. ## Description 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. INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER, DRAGON CONTROLLER Dragon Controllers develop, execute, and automate test procedures that evaluate the flightworthiness of our Dragon and Dragon 2 spacecraft. They use systems expertise to concentrate their deep knowledge of the vehicle into automated test procedures that individuals without specialized training can run. 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