SpaceX
FacilitiesSpecialist
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“Facilities Specialist at SpaceX. Skills: Facilities Management, Project Management, Vendor Management, Contract Management, Logistics. 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”
Industry & Context.
make independent judgments with limited information
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, ITAR requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of experience in managing facilities vendors, contract management in lieu of a degree, 3+ years of experience in managing facilities vendors, contract management, or shipping and operational logistics, 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
Nice to Have
managing commercial, office, or industrial facilities, space planning procedures and operations, basic computer ability to easily navigate through different computer software programs, create and update RFPOs and facilities work orders in an ERP software, work effectively in a team environment, make independent judgments with limited information, communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers, Able to read and understand basic floor plans
What You'll Do.
Lead construction and facilities related construction projects and upgrades pertaining to new production lines
improvements or industrial upgrades
Assist with the design
and issuance of drawings
and reports for construction and facilities in aerospace
large commercial or industrial type projects
Verify maintenance is being completed and coordinate all repair
and contingency systems efforts for HVAC
facility systems (e. g. lighting
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
and manage scope across multiple disciplines related to construction and facilities
Maintain interior office and factory cleanliness
and execute events for VIPs
Recommend move plans and help with office relocations
Work with the purchasing department to ensure vendors are approved
Help support and manage campus services such as the bike program
and assist the manager with furniture and vendor selection
Track purchase orders
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
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate and deliver building/maintenance activities and schedule to personnel, subcontractors and material suppliers; Work with the purchasing department; Meet with key SpaceX end users; Assist the facilities manager(s)
Communication Scope
communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers
Process & Methodology
Lead construction and facilities related construction projects and upgrades, Assist with the design, development, and issuance of drawings, documentation, and reports, Manage scope across multiple disciplines related to construction and facilities, Track project schedules and statuses, Assist the facilities manager(s) in all aspects of project implementation
Full Job Description
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. 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 5+ years of experience in managing facilities vendors
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