Director, Sites and Facilities

Long Wall • Long Beach, CA

3d • $175,000 - $235,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Director of Sites and Facilities to lead the development and management of all Long Wall sites and facilities. The Director will oversee the build-out and operation of facilities across office, manufacturing, and test/launch sites, developing world-class facilities and maintaining high standards in safety, efficiency, and compliance, while ensuring excellent employee support. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in high-growth manufacturing/operations environments.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience managing large-scale facilities operations, preferably in aerospace, defense, high-tech manufacturing, or similar environments.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary facilities teams across operations, construction, EHS, and infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, permitting processes, lease compliance, and regulatory requirements (fire safety, HVAC, environmental, etc.).
• Hands-on experience managing vendor relationships, service contracts, and competitive bidding processes.
• Experience developing and maintaining EHS/OSHA programs, risk management systems, and emergency response plans.
• Ability to implement data-driven facilities management practices focused on operational efficiency, cost control, and sustainability.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and executive teams.
• Must meet U.S. export control requirements - add wording for ability to maintain security clearance
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use a computer to complete assignments
• Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone, and telepresence
• Ability to pick up to 12lbs
• US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

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Responsibilities

• Lead Facilities, Security, and EHS teams to scale company infrastructure in support of multiple aerospace and defense programs
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Test/Launch leadership to ensure facilities capacity scales ahead of program needs
• Develop a capital investment roadmap for facilities, infrastructure, and equipment , including budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting
• Own construction projects end-to-end, including design, planning, permitting, construction, and vendor coordination to deliver on time, within budget, and to aerospace-grade standards
• Oversee utilities and critical infrastructure systems (electrical, compressed air, network rooms, fire suppression, power redundancy) to ensure uptime, expansion planning, and reliability
• Establish and maintain standardized facility design templates for new sites to accelerate future expansion and ensure consistency
• Own permitting and regulatory approvals for specialized infrastructure at test/launch sites, including environmental permits and hazardous materials compliance
• Manage the facilities operations team, setting clear goals, developing processes, and ensuring operational excellence
• Lead physical security across all sites – access control, surveillance, perimeter security, incident response, and integration into new facility buildouts
• Develop and oversee EHS/OSHA programs and maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and internal safety standards
• Enforce physical facilities, EHS, and security policies, audits, and compliance – including ITAR-related access controls – in partnership with Legal and local agencies
• Oversee vendor and service provider contract negotiations and maintain full lease compliance, including HVAC servicing, fire safety testing, and adherence to permitted uses and building codes

Benefits

• Heavily employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Long Wall paid life insurance and LTD coverage
• 4% 401k match
• Student loan repayment assistance program
• Paid parental leave
• Family planning assistance program
• Long Wall paid financial wellness program
• Paid time off for non-exempt employees and a flexible vacation policy for exempt employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED