SpaceX employee benefits: what you get beyond salary (2026)
SpaceX covers 100% of medical insurance premiums for employees — one of the best health coverage offers in aerospace. The company also provides a free onsite medical center at Hawthorne with doctors, a psychiatrist, physical therapist, and dental care.
Benefits summary
| Category | What SpaceX Offers | Industry Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Medical | 100% premiums covered | Better than most |
| Vision | 100% (employee + family) | Better than most |
| 401(k) match | None (0%) | LM: 10%, Boeing: 6-10% |
| Stock | RSUs/ISOs with 3-6yr vesting | Better than defense primes |
| PTO | 3 weeks (yr 1), 4 weeks (yr 5+) | Standard |
| Onsite perks | Gym, restaurant, medical | Unique |
The real compensation story
SpaceX's total comp relies heavily on stock appreciation. An engineer earning $150K base with $100K in stock options over 4 years may see that stock value grow significantly if SpaceX continues its valuation trajectory. This is the primary reason many engineers accept the demanding work culture.
The 0% 401(k) match means you're responsible for your own retirement savings — a $7,500-$15,000/year gap compared to Lockheed Martin's 10% contribution on the same salary.
For the full breakdown, see our SpaceX benefits guide. Browse SpaceX positions on Zero G Talent.
