{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/xai/jobs/5125589007","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":4626558007,"location":{"name":"Memphis, Tennessee"},"metadata":[{"id":22659078007,"name":"Job Description via Google Doc URL [please share with Olivia]","value":"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nD88EvVyidYXDFJR8jSQg8wd5Qr3sB6M/edit","value_type":"short_text"},{"id":16340689007,"name":"Featured Role","value":null,"value_type":"yes_no"}],"id":5125589007,"updated_at":"2026-09-03T14:25:58-04:00","requisition_id":"928","title":"Manager, Facilities Operations ","company_name":"SpaceXAI","first_published":"2026-04-30T16:49:02-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;ABOUT THE ROLE:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h3\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;We are seeking an exceptional Manager, Operations to lead facilities operations and power generation for SpaceXAI\u0026#39;s hyperscale AI compute facilities. This role will own the day-to-day and long-term performance of mission-critical data center operations, including power generation, power distribution, cooling, mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems, while also directing the fiber teams responsible for high-capacity networking and connectivity that support our supercomputing clusters.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;You will build and lead high-performing operations, power generation, and fiber teams, drive relentless reliability and efficiency, and ensure seamless 24/7 uptime for the infrastructure powering SpaceXAI\u0026#39;s AI training at unprecedented scale. This high-impact position requires deep expertise in data center or hyperscale operations (including power generation), strong leadership in fast-paced environments, and the ability to deliver world-class performance under aggressive growth timelines. This is a full-time, primarily onsite role with significant travel to sites and vendor locations.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;RESPONSIBILITIES:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h3\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead and scale the facilities operations and power generation teams responsible for the reliable operation, maintenance, monitoring, and optimization of critical infrastructure including on-site power generation assets, electrical systems, mechanical/HVAC, liquid cooling, power distribution, UPS, generators, and building management systems.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Direct the fiber teams overseeing the design, deployment, maintenance, and expansion of high-speed fiber optic networks, dark fiber, and connectivity infrastructure supporting AI compute clusters and data center interconnects.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own key performance metrics such as uptime (targeting 99.999%+), mean time to detect/repair (MTTD/MTTR), power usage effectiveness (PUE), water usage effectiveness (WUE), power generation efficiency, and overall infrastructure availability.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), preventive maintenance programs, incident response protocols, and continuous improvement processes for both facilities and power generation assets to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Build, mentor, and grow multidisciplinary teams of operations technicians, power generation engineers and controls specialists while fostering a culture of ownership, safety, and excellence.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner closely with engineering, construction, procurement, and AI hardware teams to support new facility builds, expansions, commissioning, power integration, and smooth handovers from project to operations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Manage operational budgets, vendor relationships (maintenance contractors, fiber providers, power generation OEMs, fuel suppliers), spare parts inventory, and risk mitigation strategies in a high-velocity environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Drive innovation in operational practices, automation, predictive maintenance, power generation optimization, and sustainability initiatives to support the extreme power and cooling demands of next-generation AI systems.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Provide regular performance reporting, root cause analyses, lessons learned, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h3\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;5+ years of progressive experience in data center facilities operations, power generation operations, hyperscale infrastructure management, or mission-critical industrial operations, with at least 2+ years in a management or supervisor role.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proven track record leading large-scale operations teams supporting high-density compute environments with significant on-site or dedicated power generation (AI, HPC, or hyperscaler data centers strongly preferred).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong experience managing fiber optic networks, dark fiber deployments, or high-bandwidth connectivity infrastructure in large-scale technical environments.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Deep knowledge of power generation systems (gas turbines, reciprocating engines, cogeneration, etc.), MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) systems, BMS/SCADA, liquid cooling, power redundancy topologies, and 24/7 operations best practices.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrated success delivering high reliability, rapid incident resolution, and operational excellence under aggressive scaling timelines.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Hands-on leadership style with the ability to roll up sleeves while effectively managing teams, budgets, and cross-functional stakeholders.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency with operations tools, CMMS (computerized maintenance management systems), monitoring platforms, and data-driven decision making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h3\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Direct background in AI or hyperscale data center operations, including liquid cooling systems, high-power GPU/accelerator environments, and on-site power generation.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience building or scaling fiber infrastructure for low-latency, high-bandwidth interconnects between compute clusters or sites.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier standards, ASHRAE guidelines, power generation standards (e.g., IEEE, NFPA), OSHA/EPA compliance, and sustainability practices in critical facilities.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Power Systems, Facilities Management, or related field; relevant certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or equivalent) a plus.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Track record of implementing automation, predictive analytics, or process improvements that significantly enhanced operational performance and power reliability.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h3\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h3\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Willingness to be primarily onsite at key facilities (e.g., Memphis region) with on-call responsibilities and travel to other 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For details on data processing, view our \u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://x.ai/legal/recruitment-privacy-notice\u0026quot; target=\u0026quot;_blank\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Recruitment Privacy Notice\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4042930007,"name":"Data Center","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4038027007,"name":"Memphis, TN","location":"Memphis, Tennessee","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4054926007}],"ai_disclaimer":null,"include_ai_disclaimer":null,"ai_opt_out_request_url":null}