SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

Manager Facilities Operations - Starlink

Facilities ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBastrop, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional experience with facilities operations or critical systems management in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Knowledge and understanding of infrastructure systems, including HVAC, hydronics, compressed air, electrical distribution, generators, fire suppression, and other critical facility systems.
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
Provide 24/7 on-call support of all critical activities and emergency situations.
A valid driver's license is required.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of technicians and specialists executing preventative and corrective maintenance, spare part control, and troubleshooting for plant utilities, including electrical systems, emergency backup power, HVAC (ARU, AHU, FCU, DOAS, and fans), chilled water, heating hot water, process water, compressed air, scrubbers, city water, natural gas, and process waste streams.
Create standardized key performance indicator metrics and ensure accountability at all levels.
Oversee the development and implementation of maintenance methodologies to improve equipment uptime, efficiency, and cost control.
Manage the work ticketing system to ensure appropriate staffing and timely responses to break/fix requests.
Manage third-party service providers to ensure services meet SpaceX standards and contract terms.
Partner with the construction team to develop, plan, and execute site improvement projects.
Own cranes and related material handling systems, with potential future transition of ownership.
Support 24/7 facility operations, including off-hours and emergency response protocols.

Desired Qualifications

Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with computerized maintenance management systems and predictive maintenance strategies.
A track record of implementing cost-saving or utility-efficiency improvements.

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

MANAGER, FACILITIES OPERATIONS (STARLINK)

SpaceX is committed to developing revolutionary space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. We are looking for a talented Facilities Operations Manager to oversee the operation and maintenance of critical facility systems for the Starlink Bastrop production building. This position is directly responsible for ensuring our plant utilities and infrastructure operate at peak performance – minimizing downtime, optimizing efficiency, and supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead a team of technicians and specialists in the execution of preventative and corrective maintenance, spare part control, and general troubleshooting of plant utilities including electrical systems, emergency backup power, HVAC (ARU, AHU, FCU, DOAS, fans), chilled water, heating hot water, process water, compressed air, scrubbers, city water, natural gas, and process waste streams
Drive organizational excellence through the creation of standardized KPI metrics and ensure accountability at all levels
Oversee the development and implementation of advanced maintenance methodologies to improve equipment uptime, efficiency, and cost control
Manage work ticketing system to ensure correct staff and timely responses to break/fix requests
Manage third-party service providers to ensure services meet SpaceX standards and terms of contract
Partner with construction team to develop, plan and execute site improvement projects
Own cranes and related material handling systems (initial ownership; potential future transition)
Support 24/7 facility operations including off-hours and emergency response protocols

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of professional experience with facilities operations or critical systems management in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Knowledge and understanding of infrastructure systems – HVAC, hydronics, compressed air, electrical distribution, generators, fire suppression, and other critical facility systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Strong work ethic and drive for constant improvement
Ability to independently and effectively manage projects in an extremely fast paced and changing environment
Experience with CMMS and predictive maintenance strategies
Track record of implementing cost-saving or utility efficiency improvements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Provide 24/7 on-call support of all critical activities and emergency situations
Valid driver’s license

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].

About the Company

SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

SpaceX builds and launches reusable rockets and spacecraft for NASA, the military, and companies, and it runs Starlink, a satellite internet service for homes and businesses. In 2020, its Dragon capsule became the first privately built spacecraft to carry astronauts to the International Space Station. Its Falcon 9 rocket lands its first stage so the booster can fly again, which cuts launch costs, while Starlink beams internet from low-orbit satellites to small dishes for a monthly fee. SpaceX also owns xAI, maker of the Grok chatbot and owner of the social network X, and is building Starship, a fully reusable rocket meant to carry people to the Moon and Mars. Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002, and it is based in Starbase, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Starbase, Texas
Founded: 2002

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