Facilities Manager

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Facilities to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and functions of buildings where we develop, test, and operate our lunar rovers and other space vehicles. You will be instrumental in ensuring that our teams have effective, clean, and safe environments from which to work, contributing to both hands-on and planning activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day activities, ensuring Lunar Outpost properties are fully operational, including performing routine maintenance, inspection, and repairs as needed, as well as setting up equipment and furniture
• Act as the point of contact for facility works, both for internal and external stakeholders and vendors
• Help plan and execute facility and facility operation improvements, including managing the budget and schedule
• Contribute to the buildout of Lunar Outpost’s new headquarters
• Manage cleaning and organization of facilities and machinery
• Work with the IT and Security team to ensure that personnel, buildings, and equipment are secure
• Work with the Safety team to ensure the work environment and practices are safe
• Fill in for overlapping areas when needed, such as inventory management and shipping with the Operations Manager, supplies and refreshments stocking with the EA/Office Manager
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent
• 3 Years Experience in Facilities or Company Operations role
• Previous experience interfacing with landlords and contractors, such as electricians and plumbers
• Proficient with hand tools and heavy machinery
• Ability to stand and move for up to 8 hours and lift/carry 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Adaptable, able to change to varying circumstances and able to learn new skills
• Self-starter with the initiative to fix issues, make improvements, and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• U.S. Person
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Certification in Project Management
  
  

Any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon Lunar Outpost receiving the LTVS Phase II contract from NASA. If the contract is not awarded to Lunar Outpost, this offer will be considered null and void, without further obligation to Lunar Outpost.

Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status). We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.