Senior Manager, Operations

Facilities Manager

Based on site at Rocket Lab Optical Systems' headquarters in Tucson, AZ the Facilities Manager is responsible for facilities maintenance, operations, and improvement projects for our Tucson, AZ and Chantilly, VA facilities. It also encompasses maintenance and capital expense planning of equipment. You will support the General Manager, with deliverables required for internal leadership, to include developing and managing business operational budgets and reducing expenditures.

What You'll Get To Do:

• Utilizing internal and external resources
• Manage Rocket Lab Optical Systems facility operations as primary responsibility, including janitorial, maintenance, repair, and update/upgrade activities. Support to other Rocket Lab North America facilities may be requested.
• Support for major facility renovations / construction projects, may be requested for the timely execution of these projects.
• Develop maintenance policy and procedures that ensure the optimal functioning of buildings, grounds, and associated equipment.
• Develop and execute plans to manage all building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and waste management.
• Develop and execute plans for facilities modifications and improvements with the focus on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage and train a staff of employees in the general maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Ensure facilities maintenance work follows safety standards, conforms to specifications, and that work orders are tracked and completed within the budgeted guidelines.
• Works hand in hand with subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs
• Ensures that project milestones are met and adhered to approved budgets.
• Manages facilities and equipment breakdown ticketing system (JIRA) and set priorities for resolution.
• Manages team to handle hazardous waste streams in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Manage Equipment Engineering budgets, including equipment maintenance, repair, and update/upgrade activities, planning, procurement, installation and (de)commissioning of equipment to ensure equipment uptime and reliability in safe conditions.
• Responsible for the implementation and management of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Effective oversight & maintenance of the Rocket Lab Optical Systems facility and building & manufacturing infrastructure therein, adherence to and enforcement of site safety, security and cleanliness requirements.
• Some travel is required. Other duties as assigned.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience - OR - High School Diploma and 12 years of experience
• 3+ years of supervisory/management experience
• Facilities management and equipment maintenance experience in an Aerospace, Automotive, Medical Device, or similar heavily regulated manufacturing environment

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience with managing cleanrooms
• Expert knowledge of facilities systems and improvement projects
• Occupational health & safety skills to include risk assessment, policy, training, project management, hazardous substances, and safety in manufacturing engineering
• Knowledge and practical experience in emergency management and / or occupational health and workplace hygiene

Additional Requirements:

• Work in environments with electrical hazards, chemical exposure, temperature variations, and noise
• Wear required PPE as assigned, which may include safety glasses, gloves, respirators, and/or other protective clothing for extended periods
• Move between buildings, labs, and work areas, as needed
• Lift, carry, push and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require

What To Expect:

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.