Job Abstract

Maxar is currently seeking a Sr. Manager of Facilities and Real Estate to join our team in Palo Alto, CA. In this role, you will be part of the Maxar Operations leadership team and lead the Palo Alto facilities team in maintaining clean room manufacturing and office facilities in Palo Alto and San Jose. 

You will be responsible for day-to-day operations and maintenance of a large portfolio of complex facilities while collaborating with site leaders and business partners to address evolving space needs. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join Maxar and play a key role in support of manufacturing operations building our next generation of satellites.  The role will report to the Vice President of Spacecraft Assembly, Integration, and Test. 

Responsibilities:

·         Manage building infrastructure systems and related assets

·         Maintain a robust preventive and corrective maintenance program through internal and external resources

·         Use data analysis to drive building systems strategy and drive energy efficiency

·         Respond to facility operation emergencies [power outage, thermal event, alarm activation, etc] to maximize up time, including nights and weekends

·         Build strategic relationships with the business unit leaders to align space planning activities to their business objectives and site-specific needs, analyze current process and procedures and implement process improvements as necessary

·         Analyze occupancy/vacancy data for space planning and portfolio planning

·         Manage sub-contractors for architectural, mechanical,  electrical, landscaping, janitorial, and other 3rd party services

·         Partner with real estate broker to manage leases and interface with landlords

·         Manage critical data center infrastructure

·         Manage budget and forecasting for all maintenance and repairs, including Opex and Capex

·         Partner with the Environmental Health and Safety team to ensure facilities are code compliant and technicians are trained and prepared to respond to emergencies

·         Support Finance in managing property insurance

·         Manage fleet of leased vehicles

Minimum Requirements:  

·         Must be a U.S. citizen and be willing and able to obtain a U.S. Government secret level security clearance.

·         Minimum of 10 years of experience in facilities management

·         Prior experience managing maintenance personnel such as HVAC Engineers, Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and Technicians

·         Must possess a thorough working knowledge of facilities infrastructure, building management systems, building codes, governing agency requirements, materials, and standards

·         Leadership and vendor management experience

·         Work onsite in Palo Alto 5 days per week

·         Ability to be on call as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Demonstrates a collaborative role with corporate partners (IT, Security, EHS, etc.) and leadership

·         Demonstrates effective leadership and people management skills including performance management, career development and coaching

·         Demonstrates a basic understanding of HVAC systems, electrical, and plumbing

·         Possesses strong social and communication skills, writing skills, negotiation skills, and problem-solving skills representative of Maxar company values

·         Ability to achieve objectives by working with cross-functional teams

·         Understand how to interpret blueprints and other facility planning tools  

·         Project management capabilities with proven successful experience  

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office productivity tools such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

·         Knowledge and use of facilities management software

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Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.