Facilities Manager (Starlink)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead operations at their cutting-edge facility. This role involves overseeing maintenance, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring peak performance of facility systems. You'll manage a talented team, drive organizational excellence, and implement advanced methodologies to enhance equipment uptime. This position requires a strong leader who can navigate a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and operational excellence. Join a visionary company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space technology and making human life on other planets a reality.

Qualifications

• Experience managing facilities or construction projects.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and operation of the Starlink Bastrop Facility.
• Manage third-party vendors to ensure service quality.

Skills

Team Leadership

Preventative Maintenance

Project Management

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering

5+ years of experience in Facilities Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Asset Management Software

HVAC Systems

Job description

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

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 Manager to oversee the operation and maintenance of our Starlink Bastrop Facility. This position is directly responsible for ensuring our facility systems operate at peak performance – minimizing downtime, optimizing efficiency, and elevating our image to customers, visitors, and VIPs. The quality of our facility care reflects our values and plays a critical role in how we are perceived as a world-class organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a highly skilled technician & Engineering team in the execution of preventative and corrective maintenance, spare part control, and general troubleshooting of plant utilities including water systems, mechanical systems (FCU’s, AHU’s, Compressed Air, Exhaust, Chilled Water), Electrical Systems (transformers, distribution), and general building maintenance items
• 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 within the facilities team to improve equipment uptime, efficiency, and cost control
• Build and lead high-performing cross-functional teams, providing clear vision, mentorship, and strategic guidance
• Ability to manage various facilities projects and maintenance vendors for a World Class Facility that requires a high level of attention and cleanliness
• 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 our construction team to develop, plan and execute site improvement projects in accordance with overall business objectives and strategy

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Bachelor’s degree in an architecture, construction, or engineering discipline OR 5+ years of professional experience with construction/facilities engineering or management
• 2+ years of experience directly managing and overseeing the work of others

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
• Experience managing budgets
• Experience managing third-party vendors
• Experience negotiating contracts and comparing service costs to achieve maximum value
• Experience with asset management software
• Knowledge of building management and automated facilities monitoring systems and processes, such as: HVAC systems, fluid plumbing systems, fire suppression systems, generators, or fuel storage systems
• Experience in HVAC system design, hydronic system layout, or industrial systems design (e.g., chilled water, compressed air, or Ultra-Pure Water generation)
• High attention to detail and cleanliness standards
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, everchanging environment
• Ability to anticipate needs and develop innovative solutions for continuous improvement

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
• 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 .

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