Sr. Facilities Specialist

SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for mid-level professionals with hands-on experience in managing industrial or aerospace facilities who lead construction projects and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.

Best fit for

  • Mid-level professionals with hands-on experience managing industrial or aerospace facilities
    — “Lead construction and facilities related construction projects and upgrades pertaining to new production lines, office spaces, improvements, or industrial upgrades
  • Individuals who can interpret and apply technical documentation in facility management
    — “Able to read and understand basic floor plans

Things to consider

  • The role requires physical stamina and the ability to lift 25 lbs unassisted
    — “Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
  • U.S. citizenship or residency is mandatory to comply with ITAR requirements
    — “applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in leading construction projects for large-scale facilities
    — “Lead construction and facilities related construction projects and upgrades
  • Demonstrate expertise in managing vendor contracts and logistics
    — “Write, negotiate, and manage scope across multiple disciplines related to construction and facilities
  • Showcase ability to coordinate maintenance and contingency systems for industrial facilities
    — “Verify maintenance is being completed and coordinate all repair, build, and contingency systems efforts
  • Emphasize skills in creating RFPOs and managing ERP systems for facility needs
    — “Ability to create and update RFPOs and facilities work orders in an ERP software
  • Include experience with event planning and campus services management
    — “Plan, set up, and execute events for VIPs, vendors, and internal staff
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • Leading construction and facilities projects
  • Managing vendor relationships
  • Ensuring facility cleanliness and maintenance
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in facilities managementExperience in managing facilities vendors and contract management

Skills & requirements

Required

Facilities ManagementProject CoordinationContract ManagementMaintenance CoordinationEvent Planning

Preferred

Space PlanningERP SoftwareTeam Leadership

Stack & domain

ConstructionFacilities ManagementHVACElectricalCranesFacility SystemsSecurity SystemsFire Protection SystemsSpace PlanningERP SoftwareCommunicationTeamworkIndependent JudgmentFacilities

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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.

SR. FACILITIES SPECIALIST

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead construction and facilities related construction projects and upgrades pertaining to new production lines, office spaces, improvements, or industrial upgrades 

Assist with the design, development, and issuance of drawings, documentation, and reports for construction and facilities in aerospace, large commercial, or industrial-type projects

Verify maintenance is being completed and coordinate all repair, build, and contingency systems efforts for HVAC, electrical, cranes, facility systems (e.g. lighting, doors, roof leaks), security systems, and fire protection systems

Communicate and deliver building/maintenance activities and schedule to personnel, subcontractors, and material suppliers to effectively and efficiently execute targeted deadlines

Write, negotiate, and manage scope across multiple disciplines related to construction and facilities    

Maintain interior office and factory cleanliness

Plan, set up, and execute events for VIPs, vendors, and internal staff

Recommend move plans and help with office relocations

Work with the purchasing department to ensure vendors are approved, vetted, and insured

Help support and manage campus services such as the bike program, laundry program, and office supplies

Assist with badging, ITAR, NDA requirements, and safety training

Create RFPOs, and assist the manager with furniture and vendor selection

Track purchase orders, weekly reports, and project schedules and statuses

Meet with key SpaceX end users and establish the scope of work

Assist the facilities manager(s) in all aspects of project implementation as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years of experience in managing facilities vendors, contract management in lieu of a degree

5+ years of experience in managing facilities vendors, contract management, or shipping and operational logistics

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience with managing commercial, office, or industrial facilities

Familiar with space planning procedures and operations

Knowledge of basic computer applications; ability to easily navigate through different computer software programs

Ability to create and update RFPOs and facilities work orders in an ERP software

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Ability to make independent judgments with limited information

Strong communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers

Able to read and understand basic floor plans

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted

Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 3: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00

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 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, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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