Sr. Facilities Technician

Lanteris Space LLC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Lanteris Space LLC, based in Palo Alto, CA, is seeking a detail-oriented Sr. Facilities Technician to maintain our high-tech manufacturing and testing environments. You will ensure cleanroom integrity, plumbing systems, HVAC, and critical infrastructure meet aerospace standards.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, clerical work orders, and assisting with heavy equipment setup. A 2+ year background in plumbing/HVAC and a valid CA driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in plumbing, HVAC, or related facilities/ mechanical trade.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on ladders or elevated platforms.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Plumbing & piping systems: install, repair, and maintain potable water systems, drain/waste lines, backflow devices, and related piping.
• Preventative maintenance: routine checks on HVAC, air compressors, and high-pressure gas lines.
• Cleanroom management: assist in maintaining ISO-rated cleanrooms including filtration and airlocks.
• Facility upkeep: basic electrical work, drywall/painting, and general repairs on campus.
• Tooling & equipment: assist senior techs with setup and movement of heavy flight hardware and GSE.
• Safety & compliance: adhere to OSHA and ITAR; document work orders via CMMS.

Skills

Plumbing

HVAC

Facilities maintenance

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lanteris Space LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Intuitive Machines, is hiring a detail-oriented Sr. Facilities Technician to support the maintenance of our high-tech manufacturing and testing environments. This role is based in our Palo Alto, CA office. You will ensure our facility meets the rigorous standards required for aerospace production, including cleanroom integrity and equipment uptime. Intuitive Machines is a leading space infrastructure company that builds spacecraft, connects networks, and operates infrastructure-as-a-service for commercial, civil, and national security customers. With a proven track record across the space domain, the Company, through organic growth and portfolio expansion, has built over 300 spacecraft, delivered over 260 kilograms of payload to the lunar surface, and provided precision navigation expertise that has guided spacecraft across our solar system.

Key Responsibilities

• Plumbing & Piping Systems: Perform installation, repair, and preventative maintenance on potable water systems, drain/waste lines, backflow prevention devices, and industrial/process piping, including pipefitting and leak detection.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine checks on critical infrastructure, including HVAC systems, air compressors, and high-pressure gas lines
• Cleanroom Management: Assist in maintaining ISO-rated cleanroom environments, ensuring filtration systems, airlocks, and supporting plumbing/fluid systems function within strict specifications
• Facility Upkeep: Handle plumbing repairs, basic electrical (ballasts/outlets), and structural repairs (drywall/painting) across the campus
• Tooling & Equipment: Assist senior techs in the setup and movement of heavy flight hardware and ground support equipment (GSE)
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to OSHA and ITAR regulations. Complete all work orders via the UpKeep CMMS to maintain a clear audit trail

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience in plumbing, HVAC, or related facilities/mechanical trade
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on ladders or elevated platforms
• Ability to drive to campus locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification in Plumbing (e.g. backflow prevention assembly tester/repairer certification) strongly preferred.
• Facility Management Professional (FMP), OSHA 10, or OSHA 30 Safety Certificates beneficial.
• Hands-on experience with pipefitting, backflow prevention systems, potable water systems, or industrial/process piping
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and follow complex technical manuals
• Aerospace or military experience is highly valued

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

The base pay for this position within California is: $23.72 - $39.53 hourly. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Intuitive Machines is building the infrastructure for your boldest missions and the next era of space operations. Our foundation is proven and built for scale, resilience, and mission continuity, extending across LEO, GEO, lunar, interplanetary, and deep space. That’s why commercial leaders and government organizations, such as NASA rely, on Intuitive Machines to sustain continuous mission operations and extend their space capabilities further and faster.. Intuitive Machines is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We comply with disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process.