Fire Protection Engineer (Starlink)
SpaceXRedmond, WA$100k – $115kPosted 7 April 2026
Job Description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEER (STARLINK)
Starlink is the world's first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls and more. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact, and we are looking for world-class engineers to ensure that our facilities can meet the needs of the production and engineering teams. The Fire Protection Engineer provides engineering design support and subject matter expertise in fire protection, life safety, building and fire codes, fire hazard and risk assessment, fire and smoke spread, fire detection, alarm and sprinkler system design, industrial fire hazards, fire investigation support, and other facilities engineering expertise.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support engineering design, analysis, calculations, and specifications for facility fire and life safety systems
Develop building and fire code compliance documents and fire life safety designs for SpaceX facilities
Develop AMM (Alternate Means Methods) to local AHJ to help with performance-based design criteria to meet the intent of the code
Perform hazardous material analysis for code compliance purposes, such as chemical classification, chemical maximum allowable quantity analysis, chemical inventory management, and related system design support
Support facility construction teams to develop field solutions
Support commissioning activities during pre-test and AHJ testing phases for launch site facility builds
Conduct fire/life safety code reviews and analyses
Prepare and present technical reports and presentations
Review and comment on shop drawing design packages developed by contractors
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience in the design and construction of fire protection systems and/or fire protection consulting (Internship and college competitions teams count)
Working knowledge of Building Fire Codes and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes Standards
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in fire protection engineering
Professional Engineer License (P.E., passed the Principles of Engineering exam)
NICET certification in relevant fire protection programs
Ability to lead project design teams
Knowledgeable in OSHA compliance
Fire Smoke software modeling capabilities
Construction Administration experience
Proficient in Autodesk Revit
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willing to work extended hours as needed to meet project timelines
Willing to travel 25% for specific project needs
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Fire Protection Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year Fire Protection Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, l ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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