Jacobs Technology
Jacobs Technology is a global engineering and technical services company providing ground systems, facility operations, and mission support to NASA at Kennedy Space Center and other installations.
On the Space Coast
Jacobs Technology is one of the longest-tenured NASA contractors at Kennedy Space Center, providing ground systems engineering, facility operations, and technical services that keep America's premier launch complex running. The company supports Artemis-era launch infrastructure and commercial launch customer operations.
About Jacobs Technology on the Space Coast
Jacobs Technology (the technology and engineering arm of Jacobs Solutions) is a global engineering and technical services company providing scientific, engineering, and mission support to NASA, the Department of Defense, and other government agencies. On the Space Coast, Jacobs is a major contractor at Kennedy Space Center, supporting ground systems, launch infrastructure, and facility operations. Jacobs has been a cornerstone NASA contractor at KSC for decades, supporting shuttle-era ground operations and now providing engineering and technical services for the Artemis program and commercial launch customers. The company's work includes ground systems design and maintenance, facility engineering, environmental services, and mission support. Jacobs' Space Coast workforce includes engineers, technicians, scientists, and operations specialists who keep KSC's launch infrastructure running.
Culture & Work Environment
Jacobs Technology has a collaborative, mission-oriented culture shaped by decades of supporting NASA operations at Kennedy Space Center. Many employees have deep institutional knowledge of KSC systems and take pride in their role maintaining and modernizing America's premier launch complex. The culture emphasizes safety, technical competence, and teamwork. As a large contractor with a longstanding KSC presence, Jacobs offers stability and a strong sense of community among its Space Coast workforce. Employees value the direct connection to space exploration and the hands-on nature of ground systems work. The company supports professional development, cross-training, and career advancement within the NASA support contract framework.
Hiring Process & Timeline
Jacobs Technology's hiring process typically takes 3 to 6 weeks. Candidates apply online and go through a recruiter screen followed by one or two interviews with the hiring team. For engineering and technical roles, interviews focus on relevant experience, technical skills, and the ability to work in a mission-critical operations environment. Jacobs hires across a broad range of disciplines at KSC — mechanical, electrical, civil, and systems engineers; environmental scientists; facility managers; quality assurance specialists; and safety professionals. Prior NASA or KSC experience is a strong advantage but not always required for all positions.
Interview Tips
Highlight any experience with launch facility systems, ground support equipment, or NASA operations. Jacobs values employees who understand the unique demands of maintaining critical launch infrastructure. Discuss specific examples of hands-on engineering or operations work, particularly in safety-critical environments. If you don't have NASA-specific experience, translate your relevant skills — industrial facility management, critical infrastructure maintenance, or heavy equipment systems engineering all map well to KSC support work. Demonstrate that you understand the importance of documentation, configuration management, and safety protocols in an operational environment.
Security Clearance Requirements
Jacobs Technology positions at Kennedy Space Center typically require the ability to pass a NASA background investigation. Some positions supporting military programs at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station may require a Secret security clearance. Engineering roles on sensitive programs may have additional access requirements. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Jacobs supports the NASA badging process and any required clearance investigations for new hires.
Compensation & Salary
Jacobs Technology salaries on the Space Coast are competitive with other major NASA support contractors. Entry-level engineers and technicians can expect $60,000 to $78,000, mid-career professionals earn $82,000 to $115,000, and senior engineers and managers can earn $120,000 to $155,000. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Jacobs also offers an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The stability of long-term NASA contracts provides job security, and the company's size offers opportunities for internal mobility across programs and locations.
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