This role pays less than
59%
of similar roles. Most pay
$139,200–$201,250
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$162k
versus about
$170k
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 Sr. 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 gaseous nitrogen. 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 optimize utility performance. You will collaborate with automation teams to integrate mechanical equipment with PLC, SCADA, and BMS platforms while managing vendors for capital projects. The role requires expertise in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and process engineering to manage complex piping systems. You must navigate technical requirements including ASME, NFPA, OSHA, ANSI, and API standards to maintain high-reliability infrastructure within a production environment.
Cryogenics
Compressed Air Systems
Hydronic Systems
PLC
SCADA
BMS
Fluid Dynamics
Thermodynamics
Process Engineering
Rotating Equipment
ASME
NFPA
OSHA
ANSI
API
Project Management
Commissioning
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