Facilities Lead

Facilities Lead

Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains.

As a Facilities Lead based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ, you will have the opportunity to manage business accommodations to ensure necessary facilities are established, developed, and well-maintained, promoting a safe work environment for our team. To be successful in this role, you must be a multi-skilled individual who can balance technical maintenance with strong people skills. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space!

What You'll Get To Do :

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure facilities are fully operational
• Guide new facility identification, acquisition, construction / renovation, and usage activities
• Assist with facility design, plans and permitting actions, as appropriate
• Schedule routine inspections and supervise repair work and / or renovations with outside vendors
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Work with security team to ensure safety of buildings and grounds
• Maintain ongoing communication with contractors and vendors
• Perform analysis and forecasting of spend related to facilities
• Review utilities consumption and assist with energy management to minimize costs
• Monitor and manage major assets and technologies within the workplace to ensure maximum return on investment
• Maintain files of warranties, records, licenses, inspections, service agreements, and contracts for company property and equipment
• Work efficiently, with the ability to manage time and resources to meet assigned deadlines
• Communicate effectively with management and team members across disciplines
• Ability to support travel or off-site work, as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

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Additional Requirements :

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 component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including : top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include : Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts. Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Base Pay Range (CA Only) $78,000 - $97,700 USD