Facilities Manager

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Germantown, MD

24d•$107,089 - $144,570•Onsite

About The Position

Join the cutting-edge team at DRS RADA Technologies in Germantown, MD! We are hiring a full-time, on-site Facilities Manager. We're looking for a hands-on, experienced manager in the aerospace or defense industry. Reporting to the VP of Operations, the Facilities Manager will support and strengthen the evolving needs of the business unit. As a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, DRS RADA Technologies delivers proprietary radar solutions and supports legacy avionics systems for defense customers around the world. The company is a recognized pioneer in AESA tactical radar technology, supporting missions such as active military protection, counter-drone operations, critical infrastructure security, and border surveillance.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in engineering or related field
A minimum of 5+ years of A&D facilities experience including production, active warehouse, and offices
Experience in the aerospace and defense industry
Experience in CAPEX equipment management: budget, tracking and execution
Working knowledge of processing equipment and related support equipment
Working knowledge of electrical power systems as well as HVAC systems and controls
Demonstrated project management skills and experience working with subcontractors
Experience navigating landlord relations (and lease contract), municipal regulations, and fire department compliance
Proven “hands-on” leadership and people skills
Detail oriented, time and cost conscious
Demonstrated skills in facility engineering

Responsibilities

Manage an Aerospace and Defense facility of a production, maintenance and repair of company building(s), equipment, machinery and grounds
Plan, schedule, and direct staff of in-house employees and external contractors in the maintenance of company buildings, equipment, and machinery
Develop and maintain an operating budget to ensure that such maintenance is carried out on a cost-effective basis
Ensure facilities remain operational 24x7
Responsible to manage the regular maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and other equipment such as security and safetry related
Develop and execute comprehensive annual inspection process for equipment, machinery and facilities
May direct building renovation and ensures renovations occur within budgeted levels and conform to company specifications. May obtain and prepare cost estimates; coordinate all construction, remodeling, and repair projects; and inspect completed work
Coordinate/manage insurance and service contract requirements and associated vendors
Assure that space-management and project-tracking documentation is accurate and up-to-date to facilitate incorporation of new requirements and projects
Resolve and investigate all facility security related issues; develop incident report system
Develop, document and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with facility security efforts IAW corporate standards and other regulations
Keep upper management apprised of any developments or problems that may interfere with production/processes or cause property loss
Collaborate with other corporate departments on problems concerning facilities
Mentor staff by motivating and providing direction to help them achieve their goals and make a consistent effort to go above and beyond
Establish, implement, and monitor methods and measures to ensure quality and low cost
Develop and manage applicable Emergency Contingency Planning
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Assist management with special projects and assignments as requested
Support business plans, acquisitions, mergers, and divestitures