Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Estes Energetics

About The Position

The Facilities Maintenance Manager is responsible for the maintenance, reliability, and safe operation of all production and support infrastructure across the energetics and rocket manufacturing facility. This position oversees preventive and corrective maintenance programs for process systems, pressure vessels, pneumatic controls, HVAC, building utilities, and automation equipment. The role combines leadership, technical expertise, and regulatory compliance to ensure uninterrupted operations in a safety-critical environment involving energetic materials and precision manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Knowledge of energetic material handling and hazardous production operations.
Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage and motivate cross-functional teams.
Strong technical expertise in mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and industrial electrical systems.
Proficiency in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and integration with control systems.
7 to 10 years of progressive maintenance experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
5 years in a supervisory or lead maintenance role
Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance approaches using CMMS tools.
Excellent leadership, planning, and problem-solving abilities in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and construction blueprints.
Strong communication and documentation skills with focus on safety, reliability, and compliance.
Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses, including:
Be 21 years of age or older.
Pass pre-employment drug test.
Pass State and Federal background checks.

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of energetic material handling, rocket motor assembly, and hazardous production operations.
Certified in or trained on OSHA safety, DoD Explosives Safety, and ISO 9001 internal auditing.
Familiarity with ASME pressure vessel and piping codes, OSHA 1910.169 (air receivers), and NFPA standards

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a preventive maintenance (PM) program to ensure facility equipment, utilities, and machinery remain in optimal condition.
Lead and schedule maintenance technicians performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and instrumentation tasks.
Establish maintenance performance metrics (downtime, MTBF, maintenance backlog) and implement continuous improvement targets.
Manage maintenance documentation, records, and work orders in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Oversee and preform repair and calibration of mixers, presses, curing ovens, hoists, and other process equipment.
Program and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems interfacing with gauges, sensors, and safety interlocks.
Diagnose and maintain electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems supporting manufacturing lines and environmental controls.
Support control system integration and process automation improvements in cooperation with Engineering.
Maintain facility utilities including compressed air, nitrogen, vacuum, HVAC, and electrical distribution.
Enforce compliance with explosive safety, electrical, and pressure system standards (NFPA, OSHA 1910, DoD, and ASME codes).
Maintain records of inspections, calibrations, and PMs in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and site quality management systems.
Support safety audits, incident investigations, and system risk assessments for hazardous duty areas.
Supervise maintenance staff, contractors, and vendors; manage scheduling, training, and performance.
Prepare maintenance budgets and support capital equipment planning.
Provide technical mentorship to technicians on electrical schematics, PLC logic, and mechanical systems.
Coordinate with engineering teams on process changes, equipment installations, and facility expansions.
Promote a culture of proactive maintenance and safety-first behavior across all maintenance operations.