SpaceX

Facilities Supervisor (Starlink)

SpaceX$110K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 5+ years of hands-on facilities supervision experience.
  • 1+ years of experience with building management and automated monitoring systems.
  • 1+ years of implementing maintenance management methodologies such as TPM and RCM.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a multidisciplinary team managing all facilities operations to ensure no unplanned service interruptions.
  • Oversee and develop technician performance through coaching and individual development.
  • Manage third-party service providers to ensure adherence to corporate standards.
  • Plan and execute site improvement projects aligned with business goals.
  • Manage maintenance and repair of critical building infrastructure systems.
  • Administer an effective periodic maintenance program for facilities.
  • Utilize operations data to prioritize tasks and drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and vacation time.
  • Eligibility for company stock options and long-term incentives.
  • Company shuttles for roundtrip travel from select locations.
Full Job Description
FACILITIES SUPERVISOR (STARLINK)

Help power the future of global connectivity as the Facilities Supervisor on 1st shift at SpaceX's Starlink facilities in Redmond and Woodinville. This role will lead a dynamic team of interdisciplinary technicians and oversee critical infrastructure to deliver zero unplanned disruptions and advance the mission of revolutionizing satellite internet. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of hands-on supervision experience, expertise in preventive maintenance methodologies, and a passion for innovative problem-solving to drive cost efficiencies, efficiently manage third-party vendors, and execute transformative site projects that embody SpaceX's relentless pursuit of excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead an interdisciplinary team of technicians responsible for all facilities operations (HVAC, fluids, electrical distribution, compressed air systems, plumbing, cranes, cryogenic systems, workplace infrastructure, fire suppression and alarm, janitorial, trash, and general building maintenance) at SpaceX's Starlink facilities in both Redmond and Woodinville to ensure zero unplanned interruptions of services to the employees and customers
  • Oversee and develop team of technicians, driving overall performance and effectiveness through individual coaching and development
  • Manage third-party service providers, such as crane maintenance providers, to ensure services meet corporate standards and terms of contract
  • Develop, plan and execute site improvement projects in accordance with overall business objectives and strategy
  • Manage the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation of building-related infrastructure: HVAC, fluids, electrical distribution, compressed air systems, plumbing, cranes, cryogenic systems, workplace infrastructure, fire suppression and alarm, rental equipment, furniture installs, and grounds
  • Develop and administer an effective and efficient periodic maintenance program for facilities
  • Prioritize tasks and projects effectively to drive department efficiency and eliminate blockers to critical path through the use of CMMS and utilize operations data and metrics to drive continuous improvement
  • Provide/lead on-call 24x7 support at all times

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of experience in facilities supervision, directing facilities related projects and providing hands-on mechanical and electrical support
  • 1+ years of experience with building management and automated facilities monitoring systems and processes including: HVAC Systems, fluid plumbing systems, high-power electrical systems, telecommunications infrastructure, fire suppression systems, generators, above fuel storage systems, and other facility and grounds requirements
  • 1+ years of experience implementing maintenance management methodologies such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering or other related field
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
  • Expertise in eliminating failure through preventative maintenance and root cause analysis
  • Experience managing budgets
  • Experience managing third-party vendors
  • Experience negotiating contracts and comparing service costs to achieve maximum value
  • Experience with asset management software
  • High attention to detail and cleanliness standards
  • Ability to work independently with little direction
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
  • Ability to anticipate needs and develop innovative solutions for continuous improvement

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Position requires working at both our Redmond, WA and Woodinville, WA locations. Must be comfortable commuting between both sites and supporting teams at both locations.
  • Provide 24/7 on-call support of all critical activities and emergency situations
  • Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed while mainly overseeing 1st shift operations
  • Must be comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Supervisor, Facilities: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

About SpaceX

SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
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