SpaceX

FacilitiesSpecialist

$80–115k Hawthorne, California, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.

The Brief

“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.

Problems you'll solve

make independent judgments with limited information

Eligibility 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, 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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