Top 10 Space Startups Hiring Now
The top space startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include SpaceX, Sierra Space, and Firefly Aerospace, spanning rocket propulsion, satellite systems, nuclear energy, and geospatial intelligence. Migrate Mate tracks 1,834 live open roles across 10 space startups as of October 15, 2026, updated daily. The commercial space sector is expanding faster than the traditional aerospace industry, making it one of the few fields where engineers, data scientists, and operations professionals can work on missions that did not exist a decade ago.
The 10 Space Startups hiring on Migrate Mate right now
Curated by our editorial team · 1,834 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily
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SpaceX
AerospaceEngineeringSoftwareSpaceX has 1,465 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, the most of any space startup we track, concentrated in business operations (7) and account management (7). SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches rockets, spacecraft, and Starlink satellite internet systems, including the fully reusable Starship vehicle. It is one of the largest private aerospace employers in the world, hiring across engineering, manufacturing, and software at multiple U.S. sites.
Roles by team
- Business Operations7
- Account Management7
- Engineering (Non-Software)4
- Maintenance & Repair3
- Logistics & Fleet Management3
+26 roles across other teams
Open roles1,465 openSee all 1,465 roles at SpaceXView JobIT Network Engineer (OT)Memphis, TN · HybridView JobSpace Operations Engineer (Ground Operator Training)Hawthorne, CA · On-siteView JobFPGA Engineer (Starshield)Hawthorne, CA · On-siteView JobAvionics Test Technician (Space Simulation Test Lab) - 2nd ShiftHawthorne, CA · On-siteView JobSr. Physical Security Hardware SpecialistMcGregor, TX · On-site - 02
Sierra Space
Orbital SystemsEngineeringDefenseSierra Space has 132 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business operations (9) and compliance & risk (5). Sierra Space develops commercial orbital infrastructure, including the Dream Chaser spaceplane and expandable space habitat modules for low-Earth orbit. The company operates across aerospace systems, advanced materials, and space architecture, drawing talent from both defense and commercial backgrounds.
Roles by team
- Business Operations9
- Compliance & Risk5
- Data Analytics4
- Clinical Support4
- Business Development3
+25 roles across other teams
Open roles132 openSee all 132 roles at Sierra SpaceView JobMaterial Science Engineer ILouisville, CO · On-siteView JobExecutive IT Support Technician IIICentennial, CO · On-siteView JobSoftware Engineer I - Flight SoftwareLouisville, CO · On-siteView JobSr Software Engineer - Flight SoftwareLouisville, CO · On-siteView JobSupplier Program Manager IIHuntsville, AL · On-site - 03
Firefly Aerospace
Launch VehiclesEngineeringLunarFirefly Aerospace has 111 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in quality assurance & testing (QA Testing) (22) and software engineering (4). Firefly Aerospace builds the Alpha launch vehicle and Blue Ghost lunar lander for orbital and Moon-surface delivery missions. It hires engineers, systems integrators, and mission specialists across propulsion, avionics, and spacecraft design.
Roles by team
- Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)22
- Software Engineering4
- Electrical Engineering3
- Maintenance & Repair3
- Customer Support3
+15 roles across other teams
Open roles111 openSee all 111 roles at Firefly AerospaceView JobSenior Cost AccountantLeander, TX · On-siteView JobEnvironmental Test Technician III, (2nd Shift)Leander, TX · On-siteView JobElectrical Engineer ILeander, TX · On-siteView JobMission Operations Manager II / IIILeander, TX · On-siteView JobSenior Accountant IIIRemote · On-site - 04
X-Energy
Nuclear EnergyEngineeringGovernmentX-Energy has 69 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business operations (5) and account management (5). X-Energy develops advanced small modular reactors and uranium-based fuel technology intended to power commercial, industrial, and government facilities. It recruits nuclear engineers, materials scientists, and regulatory affairs professionals as it advances toward commercial deployment.
Roles by team
- Business Operations5
- Account Management5
- Business Development5
- Business Strategy5
- Electrical Engineering5
+25 roles across other teams
Open roles69 openSee all 69 roles at X-EnergyView JobMechanical Field Engineer V or VIOak Ridge, TN · On-siteView JobProcurement Administrator IIRockville, MD · On-siteView JobAnalyst II, MESOak Ridge, TN · On-siteView JobExecution Project DirectorHouston, TX · On-siteView JobAnalyst II, ERPOak Ridge, TN · On-site - 05
Terran Orbital
Small SatellitesEngineeringManufacturingTerran Orbital has 22 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business development (3) and cloud architecture (2). Terran Orbital designs and manufactures small satellites and spacecraft systems for government and commercial customers, with a focus on rapid production timelines. It hires across systems engineering, avionics, and production operations.
Roles by team
- Business Development3
- Cloud Architecture2
- Customer Service2
- Business Operations2
- Compliance & Risk2
+8 roles across other teams
Open roles22 openSee all 22 roles at Terran OrbitalView JobPrincipal PCB Design EngineerIrvine, CA · On-siteView JobSystems Engineering ArchitectIrvine, CA · On-siteView JobAccountantIrvine, CA · On-siteView JobTest Software EngineerIrvine, CA · On-siteView JobSr. Project EngineerIrvine, CA · On-site - Editor’s note
What to look for in a space startup
Space startups vary widely in maturity, from companies with government contracts and active on-orbit hardware to pre-revenue teams still raising their Series A. Before applying, check whether the company has a signed customer or government contract in place, since that is the clearest signal of near-term revenue stability. Mission cadence, funding stage, and the ratio of contract revenue to venture funding all tell you something different about job security and the pace of day-to-day work.
Contract or Customer Base
Companies with awarded NASA, DoD, or commercial contracts have a defined revenue runway. Startups still in pure development mode carry more risk but often move faster on technical decisions.
Hardware vs. Software
Hardware-first companies build physical vehicles or satellites and require on-site work at manufacturing or launch facilities. Software and data analytics roles are more likely to allow hybrid or remote arrangements.
Team Size and Stage
Smaller teams at earlier stages mean broader individual ownership and more direct access to technical leadership, but also less organizational support and fewer defined career paths.
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Sidus Space
Small SatellitesOperationsGovernmentSidus Space has 11 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in cloud engineering (3) and logistics & fleet management (1). Sidus Space develops small satellite systems and space technologies for commercial and government customers, with an emphasis on rapid development and on-orbit data services. It is a publicly traded small-cap company offering roles in satellite operations, engineering, and business development.
Roles by team
- Cloud Engineering3
- Logistics & Fleet Management1
- Program Management1
- Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)1
- Business Analysis1
+4 roles across other teams
Open roles11 openSee all 11 roles at Sidus SpaceView JobBuyer, ProcurementCape Canaveral, FL · On-siteView JobSenior PCB Design Electrical EngineerCape Canaveral, FL · On-siteView JobHardware Integration and Test EngineerCape Canaveral, FL · On-siteView JobThermal Engineer - Spacecraft and Satellite SystemsCape Canaveral, FL · On-siteView JobSenior Power Systems Electrical EngineerCape Canaveral, FL · On-site - 07
Muon Space
Earth ObservationData ScienceSatellitesMuon Space has 9 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (2) and electrical engineering (1). Muon Space builds small satellites and geospatial intelligence systems designed to deliver high-resolution Earth observation data for climate, defense, and commercial applications. It is an early-stage company with a tightly integrated team spanning satellite engineering, data science, and mission operations.
Roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)2
- Electrical Engineering1
- Embedded Systems Engineering1
- Project Management1
- AI (Artificial Intelligence)1
+3 roles across other teams
Open roles9 openSee all 9 roles at Muon SpaceView JobSenior Software Engineer, Test InfrastructureSan Jose, CA · On-siteView JobGNC EngineerMountain View, CA · On-siteView JobCamera Systems EngineerMountain View, CA · HybridView JobStaff Optical EngineerMountain View, CA · On-siteView JobSenior Mission Lead Systems EngineerSan Jose, CA · On-site - 08
Astra Space Inc.
PropulsionEngineeringLaunchAstra Space Inc. has 8 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (2) and business operations (1). Astra Space Inc. develops rocket propulsion systems and launch technology for commercial and government customers following a strategic pivot from full launch vehicle development. The company focuses its current hiring on propulsion engineering and advanced systems development.
Roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)2
- Business Operations1
- Compliance & Legal1
Open roles8 openSee all 8 roles at Astra Space Inc.View JobSr. Controls Engineer, Ground SystemsAlameda, CA · On-siteView JobDigital Systems Engineer IIAlameda, CA · On-siteView JobSr Staff Infrastructure Systems EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteView JobSr HIL Engineer/Test & Automation EngineerAlameda, CA · On-siteView JobSr Development Test EngineerAlameda, CA · On-site - 09
Umbra
Radar SatellitesDefenseSoftwareUmbra has 5 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business operations (2) and civil & structural engineering (2). Umbra builds commercial synthetic aperture radar satellites and produces high-resolution geospatial intelligence products for defense, government, and commercial buyers. It hires across radar engineering, software development, and intelligence product management.
Roles by team
- Business Operations2
- Civil & Structural Engineering2
- Compliance & Risk1
Open roles5 openSee all 5 roles at UmbraView JobProposal ManagerArlington, VA · On-siteView JobProposal ManagerReston, VA · On-siteView JobSenior Software Engineer (Remote Sensing)Reston, VA · On-siteView JobSenior Software Engineer (Remote Sensing)Arlington, VA · On-siteView JobSenior Cyber Threat Operations EngineerArlington, VA · On-site - 10
Hydrosat
GeospatialData ScienceAgricultureHydrosat has 2 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business development (2). Hydrosat develops satellite-based thermal infrared imagery and geospatial analytics products for agriculture, water resource management, and defense applications. Roles span satellite systems engineering, data science, and government program support.
Roles by team
- Business Development2
Open roles2 openSee all 2 roles at HydrosatView JobCapture Manager – U.S. Government ContractsCarlsbad, CA · RemoteView JobCapture Manager – U.S. Government ContractsCarlsbad, CA · Remote
How space startups pay and equity work
Compensation at space startups is typically structured as a combination of base salary and equity, with the balance between them shifting depending on funding stage. Well-funded or late-stage companies with government contracts tend to pay base salaries that are competitive with large aerospace primes and tech employers. Earlier-stage companies often offer lower base compensation offset by larger equity grants, on the expectation that a successful mission or acquisition creates meaningful upside. The day-to-day trade-off is real: space startup roles frequently involve longer hours, tighter timelines, and a hands-on pace that differs from larger organizations with more compartmentalized work. Engineers at hardware-focused companies often work across multiple systems rather than a single narrow function, and launch milestones create natural periods of high intensity. That breadth of ownership is a draw for many candidates, but it is worth understanding before you accept an offer.
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Which space startups are hiring the most right now?
SpaceX is hiring the most, with 1,465 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, followed by Sierra Space (132) and Firefly Aerospace (111). Migrate Mate tracks 1,834 live roles across 10 space startups in total, updated daily, so the order shifts as companies open and close positions.
Do space startups pay well compared to larger tech companies?
Generally, yes. Growth-stage space startups are broadly competitive with large tech employers on base salary, particularly at companies with government contracts or late-stage venture backing. A larger portion of the total package typically sits in equity rather than cash compared to established tech firms, which means actual realized compensation depends heavily on outcomes. Earlier-stage companies tend to trade lower base salaries for larger option grants, while later-stage companies close most of the gap on cash.
What kinds of roles do space startups typically hire for?
Space startups hire most heavily in business operations, quality assurance & testing (QA Testing), and business development. Across the 10 space startups Migrate Mate tracks, business operations is the largest function at 26 of 1,834 open roles as of October 15, 2026, followed by quality assurance & testing (QA Testing) (23) and business development (13).
Do space startups hire remotely?
It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 10 space startups, 4% are remote or hybrid as of October 15, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.