Sound Mixer/Sound Designer II

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.

SOUND MIXER/SOUND DESIGNER II

As a Sound Mixer / Sound Designer at SpaceX, you will play a vital role in enhancing the audio quality of our video content to immerse audiences in the excitement of development of the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. With a focus on technical precision and creative audio craftsmanship, you will contribute to delivering polished soundscapes that complement our visual storytelling. This is a multifaceted role where you will handle post-production audio tasks and on-site recording to capture authentic field audio during missions, interviews and operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform sound sweetening and dialogue audio mixing for recurring series and ongoing video projects, ensuring clarity, balance, and emotional impact in post-production.
• Design immersive sound elements, including effects, ambiance, and foley to elevate the narrative of SpaceX's missions and hardware developments.
• Collaborate on audio post-production for major space missions and promotional content, integrating sound to enhance visual storytelling and technical excellence.
• Occasionally conduct sound recording in the field and on set, capturing high-quality audio during launches, testing phases, and internal events to support comprehensive content creation.
• Maintain and organize audio equipment, ensuring optimal performance for both on-site and studio environments to meet production deadlines.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including editors, cinematographers, communications members, and engineers, to align audio with the overall creative vision and elevate content quality.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years of experience in sound mixing, sound design, and/or audio post-production.
• Experience working for global clients and brands.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of demonstrated expertise as a sound mixer or designer, showcasing a portfolio that reflects excellence in dialogue mixing and creative soundscapes.
• Proficiency in industry-standard audio software (e.g., Pro Tools, Fairlight) and hardware for mixing, editing, and field recording.
• Knowledge of Ableton, Apple Logic, or other music editing software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail in audio sweetening and design, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced production environments.
• Experience in occasional on-set and field recording, including boom operation and location audio capture under varying conditions.
• Stay abreast of industry trends in audio technology and best practices to innovate and improve the sonic quality of SpaceX's video content.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Please provide examples of prior work with your application.
• Must be willing to work some weekends to support launch operations and critical project timelines.
• Willingness to travel to remote launch sites or production locations as needed.
• This role is 100% onsite at our Hawthorne, CA office and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:   

Sound Designer/Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year   

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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.