Pros
It is exciting to work for a company that is as innovative and dynamic as Space X. The energy is intense, expectations far reaching, and pace is very fast. Space X is not for everyone. Only for those that are over achieving and perfectionist and who are laser focused. If you are one of these few, this is a perfect job for you.
Cons
Space X is extremely top heavy with VP's reporting to VP's and Directors reporting to Directors which limits growth for everyone. There is a constant reorganization and constant management change which sets the group back each time. Lack of experience of upper management is clearly seen through their lack of understanding of the day to day business. Many come from BMW and even though the actual rocket building is completely a different animal than building cars, many talk about the way things were done while they were with BMW and when trying to implement some of them, they seem to fail so the workers spend many hours to remedy wasted hours. There is an absolute lack of communication flow down from the executives which compels everyone to do their own thing. Departments and organizations within departments are heavily silo'ed and no processes complete. Though anyone can say anything, many complain about other groups or people without basis or evidence. There are too many immature people employed in the company so Space X is not a professional working place. If you want a promotion, it seems like who you know is more important than anything else. The company can be very biased and unfair.
