Facilities Operations Manager

Firestorm•San Diego, CA

2d•$125,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Firestorm Labs is seeking a highly skilled and safety-conscious Facilities Operations Manager to oversee our corporate headquarters and advanced defense drone mass-production environment. This dual-focus role is responsible for ensuring peak operational uptime of building infrastructure while rigorously enforcing OSHA compliance, workplace health and safety protocols, and defense-grade physical security controls. The ideal candidate will blend corporate workplace service excellence with the structural discipline required on an active, heavily regulated hardware manufacturing floor.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Facility Management, Business Administration, Engineering field or other related field. In lieu of a degree 10 years of progressive experience is required in the related field.
U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations & the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
5+ years of facilities management experience (HVAC, plumbing, electrical)
2+ years directly supporting a hardware manufacturing, aerospace, or industrial production environment.
Current or previous experience managing a team of facilities personnel
Have an active OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification at hire
Experience with Vendor Management:-Hire, negotiate contracts with, and oversee external contractors, service providers, and suppliers for cleaning, security, and specialized maintenance
Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS), preventative maintenance, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software systems and interpreting blueprint/CAD mechanical layouts.
Experience with Space Planning-Oversee office relocations, workspace reconfigurations, seating arrangements, and general inventory of physical assets
Experience with Budgeting & Finance-Create and track operational and capital budgets, manage utility spending, and approve repair or equipment costs

Nice To Haves

Familiar with ITAR and physical security protocols for defense contractors
Experience with multi-state expansions and regulations
Experience with green building sustainability-LEED, WELL, or ENERGY STAR certifications to minimize environmental impact.
Experience with IoT & Smart Building Integration-Understanding internet-connected sensors, automated HVAC controls, and smart security systems.
Experience with Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA)-Financial forecasting skills to determine whether to repair or replace costly equipment based on long-term value rather than short-term fixes.
Experience with Crisis Response Planning-Advanced safety training beyond basic OSHA compliance, including business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.

Responsibilities

Direct daily maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural upkeep for both the corporate office and drone mass-production assembly spaces.
Serve as the primary Health & Safety officer; manage, document, and audit all OSHA compliance logs, hazard communication standards, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols.
Ensure utility infrastructure (compressed air, specialized electrical drops, and layout requirements) fully supports high-volume manufacturing machinery and drone hardware testing.
Negotiate and oversee service contracts with HVAC technicians, janitorial staff, waste disposal handlers, and third-party facility engineers.
Design and execute emergency evacuation plans, fire life-safety systems testing, and manage physical access controls consistent with a defense-contracting workspace.
Formulate and track operational budgets, capital expenditures (CapEx) for facility improvements, and keep complete inventory records for capital assets.
Perform other duties as directed

Benefits

Relocation assistance is available
Comprehensive medical, dental, and visions plans
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Equity grants for new hires
Unlimited PTO
Extremely generous company holiday calendar, including holiday hiatuses in July & December.
Generous Parental Leave
Lifestyle Spending Account
FSA
DCFSA
HSA
Hospital Indemnity insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Accident insurance
Basic Life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 100% covered by Firestorm. Plus, the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your family.
Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, are available to you as well.