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Facilities Engineer (Fluids & Cryogenics)

SpaceX · Redmond, WA

Posted 16 days ago · $100,000.00 - $135,000.00

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
16 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
52% of SpaceX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
high
1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
Hiring momentum
3062 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.

About this role

As a Facilities Engineer (Fluids & Cryogenics) at SpaceX's Starlink Production facility, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and efficiency of mechanical systems, including compressed air and cryogenic systems. Your role involves troubleshooting, designing upgrades, and overseeing installations while supporting sustainability and compliance with safety regulations. You will also collaborate with various teams to optimize system performance and manage contractors for maintenance activities.

Our read on this posting4.6out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline
  • 1+ years of professional experience with compressed air systems, cryogenic systems, and other industrial utility systems

Nice to have

  • Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline
  • Previous experience overseeing the design and installation of process gas and cryogenic piping systems
  • Proven ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
  • Strong working knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and process engineering

What you get

  • Pay Range: Level 1: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00; Level 2: $115,000.00 - $165,000.00
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock 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
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Worth weighing

  • Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments, including heat, cold, rain, and tight quarters
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs
  • Valid driver's license required

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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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