OUR COMPANY

As an early mover planning to offer key in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system based on plasma water propulsion technology. 

OUR PEOPLE

Daring problems require daring solutions. We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to our goals no matter what. Our teams know that working at Momentus means more than building innovative technology, it means creating entirely new markets in the space economy. We are level-headed, business-minded strategic thinkers intent on providing immediate value to our customers today while simultaneously preparing for the vast possibilities of the future. If this sounds like you, we should talk.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Tech to complete repairs, work with outside vendors, perform preventative maintenance to keep our production and offices with 100% uptime. The ideal candidate should be accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment to address the occasional emergencies while still keeping a focus on long-term processes for our production space, offices and labs.

Key Responsibilities 

• Work with management to provide oversight and accountability regarding all aspects of maintenance and major repairs in compliance with City, building code and requirements. (HVAC, Roof, Electrical, and Plumbing)
• Develops, implements, and supervises preventive maintenance and renovation programs for buildings, grounds, key production equipment, mechanical and electrical, utility, safety, and serves as backup with security systems
• Works with internal teams, external partners, and serves as administrator for environment health and safety and meeting ADA compliance standards throughout our physical locations
• Ensures the proper disposal of hazardous and controlled wastes in compliance with regulations and guidelines; works directly with outside agencies such as OSHA, and local and state health departments as required
• Available afterhours, weekends and holidays (24/7) to address occasional issues that arise
• Works with others in the execution of full lifecycle of all construction projects including gathering requirements, preparing for bid, selecting contractors, managing expectations, and successfully delivering the project on-time, on budget and per scope of work.
• Build and maintain relationships with key vendors
• Involvement with installation of lab equipment including high voltage loads, heavy machinery, cold water plumbing and high heat management infrastructure
• Utilize various project management tools to align vendors and contractors against internal timelines and accurate budgets
• Assist the Office Management team as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience

• Ability to work independently
• Variety of Mechanical skills and abilities
• Excellent technical communications skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong creative problem-solving abilities 
• Ability to efficiently manage overlapping projects
• Delegation, performance results, negotiation, sensitivity, initiative, analysis, decisiveness, dependability 

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience scaling startup (fast paced, dynamic, flexible etc.) 
• Experience in aerospace or similar industry
• Knowledge of work, impact, quality improvement, self-reliance and work standards
• Planning & organizing, persuasiveness, attention to detail, stress tolerance, judgment and the ability to influence 
• Experience in facilities management capacity at a multi-building environment
• Working knowledge of spacecraft design and manufacturing

Education & Work Experience:

• 5 years progressively responsible experience in Plant Operations and Maintenance

Salary and equity compensation is commensurate with experience and training. This is a full-time position in San Jose, California. This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To all recruitment agencies: Momentus does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees or any company email. Momentus will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.