SpaceX is hiring a Sr. Reliability Engineer (Critical Infrastructure)

SpaceX is hiring a Sr. Reliability Engineer (Critical Infrastructure) to lead the design, build, activation, and maintenance of technically advanced manufacturing facilities. In this role, you will operate autonomously on diverse problems in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects to ensure facility system reliability. Your work will contribute directly to our mission of making humanity multi-planetary.

What You'll Do

• Lead internal project teams, consulting engineers, and contractors throughout the MEP engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance process.
• Provide technical engineering support to ensure construction/maintenance complies with all standards, codes, and specifications.
• Verify maintenance completion and coordinate repair, build, and contingency systems for HVAC, electrical, cranes, facility systems, security, and fire protection.
• Manage the design, development, and issuance of drawings, documentation, and reports for aerospace, large commercial, or industrial projects.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time with multiple parties.
• Prepare and coordinate the capital expenditure process, ensuring technical specifications, budget, and deadlines are met.
• Work with the Authority Having Jurisdiction to acquire building permits and ensure certificates and final inspections are obtained.
• Communicate and deliver building/maintenance activities and schedules to personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers to meet deadlines.
• Ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations.
• Respond to facility emergencies and own facility readiness procedures for environmental threats.
• Write, negotiate, and manage scope across multiple disciplines related to MEP engineering.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or another engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience with the design or build of MEP building systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or other engineering design software.

Nice to Have

• Direct field experience managing aerospace, heavy industrial, or large commercial construction projects.
• Experience in conceptual design and budgeting.
• Experience in contract management for large capital projects.
• Experience managing the engineering, procurement, and construction process for aerospace or heavy industrial projects.
• Primary experience with electrical and power distribution systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC operation and design principles including refrigeration, chillers, boilers, and air handling equipment.
• Experience with plumbing design and operation including domestic water, wastewater, venting, and storm systems.
• Working knowledge of delta/wye transformers, building lighting, building construction specifications, and facility grounding.
• Experience with critical power infrastructure including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches.
• Experience creating and implementing process/design solutions with minimal impact to business operations.
• Able to quickly assess an issue and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment under extended hours and tight deadlines.
• Acute attention to detail and ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems.
• Familiarity with National Electric Code, ASHRAE, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code.

Technical Stack

• AutoCAD
• Revit

Team & Environment

Member of the critical infrastructure team.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation: $125,000 - $175,000 per year + equity in the form of company stock and stock options.
• Long-term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards.
• Potential discretionary bonuses.
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short & long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Various other discounts and perks.
• Accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.

Work Mode

This role is onsite in Hawthorne, CA.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced 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.