Facilities Supervisor (Starlink)

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.

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. § 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 Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.