This role pays less than
78%
of similar roles. Most pay
$128,450–$193,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$118k
versus about
$161k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.
SpaceX currently has
680 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$165,000
across 442 roles with salary data.
As a Facilities Engineer (Fluids & Cryogenics) at the Starlink Production facility, you will ensure the safety, integrity, and efficiency of critical mechanical systems. You will lead the design, installation, and maintenance of industrial compressed air and cryogenic systems involving liquid nitrogen and argon. Your daily responsibilities include performing engineering calculations for pumps and pressure vessels, conducting root cause analysis for equipment failures, and developing preventive maintenance strategies to improve reliability. You will manage contractors, review P&IDs, and collaborate with automation teams to integrate hardware with PLC, SCADA, and BMS platforms. The role requires expertise in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and process engineering while ensuring compliance with ASME, NFPA, OSHA, ANSI, and API standards. You will solve complex infrastructure challenges to maintain high-performance utility systems for large-scale production operations.
Cryogenics
Compressed Air Systems
Hydronic Systems
PLC
SCADA
BMS
Fluid Dynamics
Thermodynamics
Process Engineering
ASME
NFPA
OSHA
ANSI
API
Project Management
Root Cause Analysis
HVAC
MEP
Chilled Water Systems
Cooling Towers
Process Cooling
Steam and Hot Water Systems
Exhaust Fans
Scrubbers
Thermal Oxidizers
FMEA
Root Cause Analysis
8D Problem Solving
Microsoft Excel
Project
AutoCAD
Pipe Flow
Thermodynamics
Vibration Analysis