Facilities Manager - Advanced Manufacturing
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Quantum Space is hiring a Facilities Manager - Advanced Manufacturing. Quantum Space seeks a Facilities Manager to own operation, reliability, and expansion of engineering and test facilities, ensuring robust, safe, and scalable infrastructure to support spacecraft development and testing in Hawthorne, CA.
Key focus areas include Own facility operations including HVAC, electrical, compressed gases, vacuum infrastructure, and general utilities, Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements such as OSHA, NFPA, and local codes, and Plan and execute facility upgrades to support spacecraft development and test.
Successful candidates bring BS In Engineering, Facilities Management, Or Related Field Or Equivalent Experience, 5-10+ Years Managing Technical Facilities, and Work Location Within Hawthorne, CA Area. Important skills include HVAC, Electrical, Compressed Gases, Vacuum Infrastructure, General Utilities, and OSHA. Preferred (not required): Aerospace Facilities Support, Test Facilities Support, Vacuum Systems, and Cleanrooms.
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Job Description
Quantum Space is redefining mobility and autonomy beyond Earth orbit. Our Ranger spacecraft deliver high delta-V and sustained on-orbit maneuverability, enabling missions across cislunar and geostationary space that were previously out of reach. We are building the vehicles, infrastructure, and operational expertise that connect and protect assets across the Earth–Moon system.
Who We’re Looking For
Quantum Space is seeking a Facilities Manager to own the operation, reliability, and expansion of our engineering and test facilities. This role is critical to enabling hardware development, integration, and test by ensuring infrastructure is robust, safe, and scalable.
Where You’ll Make an Impact
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Own facility operations: HVAC, electrical, compressed gases, vacuum infrastructure, and general utilities
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Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements (OSHA, NFPA, local codes)
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Plan and execute facility upgrades to support spacecraft development and test
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Coordinate infrastructure needs with engineering teams (power, cooling, vacuum, test setups)
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Manage vendors and contractors for maintenance, repairs, and capital projects
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Develop and manage maintenance programs and facility reliability plans
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Support lab buildouts, test stand installation, and infrastructure integration
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Manage budgets, schedules, and project execution for facility improvements
What It Takes
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BS in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
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5–10+ years managing technical facilities (lab, aerospace, manufacturing, or similar)
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Strong knowledge of building systems and infrastructure
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Experience with contractor/vendor management
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Strong organizational and project management skills
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Work location within the Hawthorne, CA area
Nice-to-Have Experience
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Experience supporting aerospace or test facilities
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Familiarity with vacuum systems, cleanrooms, or specialized labs
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Experience with CMMS systems
What You’ll Get
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Ownership – Real contribution to flight hardware early in your career
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Mentorship – Direct learning from experienced spacecraft engineers
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Growth – Clear path to subsystem ownership
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Compensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits
Location : Hawthorne, CA
Compensation : $80,000 to $125,000 Annual Salary Depending on Experience
Additional Requirements
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations.
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