How to Answer: This role requires specific post-secondary educational experience. How will yours aid you in this position with SpaceX?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a SpaceX job interview.
22. This role requires specific post-secondary educational experience. How will yours aid you in this position with SpaceX?
What You Need to Know
Most positions at SpaceX have the basic educational requirements of a Bachelor's degree, with the preferred qualifications of a Master's degree or Ph.D. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the job posting and job description provided by SpaceX to ensure that you have the proper educational requirements. If you fall short in their preferred qualifications, make sure that before your interview, you consider how your unique experience, qualifications, or talents make up for that shortfall. Do your best to convince them why you are the best candidate for the job.
Written by Rachelle Enns
Answer Example
"I saw on your job posting that you are looking for candidates with a degree in Aerospace Engineering. I have a degree in Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited University. My education will be helpful in this role as it directly relates to your company's focus."
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If you do not have the desired education: Example
"I have a Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Although my degree does not boast a primary focus on Aerospace, I do have significant industry training outlined on my resume."
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Mechanical Engineer Example
" I have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Technology and M.S. in Advanced Technology. Both of my degrees involve more than just engineering work, they involve hands-on with machining. This helped me build a comradery with machinists because I am not just working in the 3D space, but I have an idea of how to machine it in reality as well."
Written by Joseph Murphy on November 4th, 2022
Manufacturing Engineer Example
"I have a B.S. in mechanical engineering which introduced me to the theory of the physical world around us. That foundation along with my years of industry experience applying those principles has prepared me to help SpaceX in succeeding."
Written by Timothy Cannon on November 18th, 2022