Facilities Supervisor

SpaceX
Starbase, TX
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience managing large-scale community operations and leading teams in high-volume environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience in multi-family housing or resort operations and team leadership skills
    — “Experience in multi-family housing, hospitality, or large-scale community/resort operations
  • Individuals who can design and execute preventive maintenance strategies for complex systems
    — “Design and implement a proactive preventive maintenance program for launch and support facilities
  • Professionals adept at managing vendors while maintaining high service standards and cost efficiency
    — “Manage third-party vendors ... optimize contracts, and drive cost savings while maintaining top-tier service

Things to consider

  • This role requires a significant on-call and travel commitment, potentially up to 85% of the time
    — “Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support ... up to 85% of the time
  • Relocation to Starbase, Texas is mandatory, with potential for shift work in a remote location
    — “Willingness to relocate to Starbase, Texas ... potential for shift work in a remote location

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with asset management software and building systems in your resume and interviews
    — “Expertise with asset management software and building systems
  • Emphasize your track record of cost optimization and vendor negotiation in your application materials
    — “Proven budget management and vendor negotiation skills, with a track record of cost optimization
  • Showcase your ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems in fast-paced, high-volume environments
    — “Prioritize tasks dynamically in a fast-paced environment ... high-volume, 24/7 environments
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

  • zero unplanned disruptions
  • cost optimization
  • on-time, on-budget delivery
Typical background
3+ years of professional experience in facilities management1+ years of experience leading a team or project

Skills & requirements

Required

Facilities ManagementTeam LeadershipProject ManagementBudget ManagementVendor Negotiation

Preferred

Multi-family Housing OperationsHospitality ManagementAsset Management Software

Stack & domain

Facilities ManagementHVACPlumbingElectricalJanitorialLandscapingWaste ManagementSite ImprovementsAsset Management SoftwareBuilding SystemsMicrosoft Office SuiteTeam LeadershipBudget ManagementVendor NegotiationCost OptimizationMulti-family HousingHospitalityLarge-scale Community OperationsInnovationProblem-solvingAttention To DetailIndependenceDynamic PrioritizationContinuous ImprovementFacilities OperationsMaintenanceRepairsInstallationsResidential UpgradesAmenity EnhancementsLaunch And Support FacilitiesConstruction ProjectsTeam DevelopmentOn-call SupportTravelRelocationPhysical Requirements

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead a high-performing team handling all facilities operations—including general maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, janitorial, landscaping, waste management, and site improvements—to deliver zero unplanned disruptions for 1,000+ residents and critical Starship operations

Manage third-party vendors (e.g., janitorial, contractors) to enforce corporate standards, optimize contracts, and drive cost savings while maintaining top-tier service

Develop, plan, and execute strategic site improvement projects aligned with business goals, from residential upgrades to amenity enhancements

Oversee maintenance, repairs, and installations across diverse assets: housing, employee lodging, food & beverage venues, recreation facilities, and private school—ensuring safe, comfortable living in a remote frontier

Design and implement a proactive preventive maintenance program for launch and support facilities, minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency

Monitor construction projects to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with zero impact to ongoing operations or critical paths

Coach, develop, and inspire a team of maintenance technicians and trades professionals to peak performance

Prioritize tasks dynamically in a fast-paced environment, eliminating blockers and innovating for continuous improvement

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency diploma

3+ years of professional experience with facilities management

1+ years of experience leading a team or project

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, facilities management, or related field

Proven budget management and vendor negotiation skills, with a track record of cost optimization

Experience in multi-family housing, hospitality, or large-scale community/resort operations (e.g., cruise ships, campuses, or remote sites)

Expertise with asset management software and building systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, generators, fuel systems)

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

High attention to detail, relentless focus on cleanliness/standards, and ability to thrive independently in dynamic, deadline-driven settings

Innovative problem-solver who anticipates needs and drives efficiency in high-volume, 24/7 environments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support for emergencies and critical operations

Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations for significant/extended periods of time as needed (up to 85% of the time)

Willingness to relocate to Starbase, Texas (Boca Chica), with potential for shift work in a remote location

Stand: Up to 6 hours per day

Sit: Up to 3 hours per day

Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day

Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day

Walk: Up to 3 hours per day

Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day

Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per day

Kneel/Crouch: Up to 1 hour per day

Upper body twist: Up to 1 hour per day

Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 1 hour per day

Candidate must be capable of safely performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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