Launch Site Facilities Manager – Responsible Engineer

Firefly Aerospace

Facilities Manager overseeing maintenance and improvements at Firefly Aerospace's launch site in Lompoc, CA. Collaborating with engineers and contractors for compliance and operational efficiency.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeLompoc • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
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

What you’ll need

B.S. in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience with professional certifications
10 years of related experience managing facility maintenance and operation
Working knowledge of facility-related systems including HVAC, Electrical, Structural, and plumbing systems
Demonstrated ability to manage ongoing service contracts and contractor activity on key projects from design through execution
Proficiency with MS Office, Confluence, and Jira

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
parental leave
educational reimbursement
short term disability
flexible PTO options

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Hard Skills & Tools

preventative maintenancerepairHVAC systemsElectrical systemsStructural systemsplumbing systemscontract managementwork instructionsfacility maintenanceproject management

Soft Skills

collaborationsupervisionevaluationcommunicationcoordinationleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingattention to detaildecision-making

Certifications

B.S. in Civil EngineeringB.S. in Electrical EngineeringB.S. in Mechanical Engineeringprofessional certifications