Mission-Critical Data Center Technician

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA seeks a Data Center Facilities Technician to operate and maintain mission-critical data center MEP systems, including cooling plants, CRAH/CRAC, UPS, and switchgear. You will collaborate with engineers to ensure zero unplanned interruptions and maintain top-tier facility reliability.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, safety compliance, and coordinating with internal customers to support SpaceX's global mission readiness.

Qualifications

• 3+ years operating or maintaining HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or data-center systems.
• Experience with data-center critical-infrastructure preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and customers to keep MEP systems in peak condition and develop SOPs.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair cooling plants, CRAH/CRAC, pumps, valves, and piping.
• Support electrical and backup power systems including UPS and generators.
• Perform daily inspections, verify setpoints, and report deficiencies before outages.
• Read diagrams and P&IDs for assembly, repair, and reassembly work.

Skills

MEP systems

HVAC knowledge

Electrical safety

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA seeks a Data Center Facilities Technician to operate and maintain mission-critical data center MEP systems, including cooling plants, CRAH/CRAC, UPS, and switchgear. You will collaborate with engineers to ensure zero unplanned interruptions and maintain top-tier facility reliability.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, safety compliance, and coordinating with internal customers to support SpaceX's global mission readiness.