Launch Site Facilities Manager – Responsible Engineer
Firefly Aerospace
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base • California • United States
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About the role
- Oversee preventative maintenance and repair of launch site facilities.
- Plan and supervise renovation and repair efforts.
- Write statements of work and requests for proposals for contracted work.
- Evaluate contractor bids, coordinate requirements, and manage work execution of contractors.
- Collaborate with responsible engineers of the launch pad systems to coordinate and execute preventative maintenance, including calibration of key system components.
- Interface with the civil engineering office and support personnel of Vandenberg SFB to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
- Write work instructions and supervise work execution for facilities technicians.
Requirements
- Education: B.S. in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience with professional certifications.
- Experience: 10 years of related experience managing facility maintenance and operation.
- Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of facility-related systems including HVAC, Electrical, Structural, and plumbing systems.
- Contract Management: Demonstrated ability to manage ongoing service contracts and contractor activity on key projects from design through execution.
- Skills: Demonstrated leadership ability in supervising teams through day-to-day operations and project execution.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Project and subcontract management experience.
- Ability to supervise a small team in project execution.
- Proficiency with MS Office, Confluence, and Jira.
- Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge of AF MAN 91-710
- Previous experience with high pressure fluids systems, hydraulics and cryogenic systems.
- Previous experience maintaining facilities on US Government and / or military installations.
Benefits
- generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
- parental leave
- educational reimbursement
- short term disability
- flexible PTO options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
HVACElectrical systemsStructural systemsPlumbing systemsContract managementProject managementHigh pressure fluids systemsHydraulicsCryogenic systemsFacility maintenance
Soft Skills
LeadershipOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam supervisionCollaboration
Certifications
Professional engineering certification