SpaceX reviews

3.8

67% would recommend to a friend

(2,749 total reviews)
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Elon Musk

76% approve of CEO

80% positive business outlook

SpaceX has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,749 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The SpaceX employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Aerospace & Defense industry (3.6 stars).

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3K reviews
1.0
Nov 27, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The free benefit is appreciated and adds tangible value. The free snack is a thoughtful gesture that makes the experience more enjoyable.

Cons

No proper training: Employees rely mostly on tribal knowledge from engineers or coworkers, which leads to inefficiency and mistakes. Minimum pay: Compensation is at the lowest level and does not reflect the workload or responsibilities. Tight deadlines: Upper management often waits until the last moment to decide, then rushes employees, creating unnecessary stress. Excessive working hours: A minimum of 60 hours per week is unsustainable and risks burnout. Minimal raises and incentives: Yearly awards and raises are very small, making extra effort and long hours feel unrewarded. Poor management practices: Lack of clear direction and indecisiveness undermines productivity and morale. No proper tools: Employees are expected to deliver results without adequate resources, which reduces efficiency and quality.

2.0
Jun 11, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The ability to purchase private stock

Cons

Work life balance is awful, short notice schedule changes and long hours are the norm. Pay is low and expectations are high.

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