Manager, Facilities Operations (Starlink)

InvestedintheMission; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Manager, Facilities Operations for the Starlink Bastrop production building. You will oversee the operation and maintenance of critical facility systems to ensure peak performance, minimize downtime, and support high-volume manufacturing.

Lead a team of technicians, develop KPI metrics, and coordinate with contractors and third-party providers to meet SpaceX standards. This role requires 24/7 readiness and may involve extended hours.

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.

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, 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.

Skills

Facilities operations

Infrastructure systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 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 Affimative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].