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Commissioning Engineer (Facilities)

SpaceX is developing advanced manufacturing facilities to enable multiplanetary life; the Commissioning Engineer (Facilities) will be the subject matter expert for HVAC and fluid systems at the Hawthorne campus, responsible for design, analysis, testing, and activation of compressors, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, dust collection and related systems. The role partners with construction, production, and program teams to ensure reliable, manufacturable systems that meet production and mission requirements.

Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering
  • Experience with fluid components (valves, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers)
  • CAD modeling proficiency (NX or similar) and GD&T knowledge
  • Fluid system analysis and pressure/component sizing
  • Experience with test instrumentation and data acquisition (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs)
  • Familiarity with HVAC systems and air ducting
  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
  • ITAR-eligible or otherwise authorized per posting

Responsibilities

  • Serve as subject matter expert for HVAC, compressed air, piping, dust collection and other fluid systems across campus
  • Perform CAD modeling and detailed component/system design
  • Conduct fluid analyses for pressure balance, component allowable, and consumables sizing
  • Define test plans and perform commissioning and validation using DAQ and instrumentation
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary stakeholders (production, avionics, GNC, mission ops) to meet requirements
  • Ensure designs are manufacturable and support transition to production with minimal sustainment
  • Support material selection, sizing, procurement and vendor communication
  • Troubleshoot and optimize system performance during activation and operations

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (required)
  • Master’s degree in an engineering discipline (preferred)

Benefits

  • Base salary with level-based ranges and potential discretionary bonuses
  • Long-term incentives (company stock, stock options or long-term cash awards) and ESPP
  • Comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid vacation (approximately 3 weeks) and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave per company policy and various employee discounts/perks
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