Muon Space
Facilities Engineer II
About this role
Muon Space seeks a Facilities Engineer II to design, build, and maintain next-generation spacecraft manufacturing facilities in San Jose. You'll lead infrastructure projects, manage MEP and HVAC systems, coordinate with contractors and internal teams, and ensure facility operations meet aerospace manufacturing standards.
What you'll do
- Lead facilities and infrastructure projects from engineering through commissioning and maintenance
- Oversee HVAC, cleanroom, fire protection, and security system repairs and upgrades
- Resolve design and construction conflicts in real-time with internal and external stakeholders
- Manage capital expenditure projects and verify budget, timeline, and technical specification compliance
- Obtain building permits and coordinate final inspections with local authorities
- Respond to facility emergencies and maintain facility readiness for environmental threats
What they're looking for
- MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) design and installation
- HVAC systems including chillers, boilers, and HEPA filtration
- Electrical power distribution and critical infrastructure (UPS, generators, transfer switches)
- Project management and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) coordination
- Building codes and standards (NEC, ASHRAE, NFPA, IBC)
- AutoCAD or Revit design software
- Troubleshooting and maintenance of facility systems
- Aerospace or large industrial construction experience
Benefits
- Competitive equity grant
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Onsite role in San Jose, CA with 5-day/week schedule
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Muon Space
Muon Space builds satellites and infrared remote sensing instruments for Earth observation and geospatial data collection. The company is hiring systems engineers, flight software engineers, optical engineers, and software engineers to develop spacecraft, embedded satellite systems, and internal operational software.
- Website
- muonspace.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe a complex facilities infrastructure project you led from concept through commissioning—what challenges arose and how did you resolve them?
- Walk us through your experience designing or managing HVAC systems, particularly cleanroom or HEPA-filtration applications.