Job SummaryAs one of our Facility Project Planning & Project Managers, you will be the driving force behind the planning, coordination, and execution of two-airport customer sell-off operations and cutting-edge R&D facility projects. You will ensure that our infrastructure, hangars, test areas, and operational spaces are ready to support mission-critical UAS programs-on time, on budget, and to the highest aerospace standards. Your work will directly enable our teams to deliver aircraft that meet the most demanding customer requirements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Lead the planning and execution of facility readiness for Desert airport(s) customer sell-off and test operations, including hangar facility planning/preparation, support building facility planning/preparation, master site planning, ground support equipment allocation, and operational workflow design.
- Prepare and present facility plans, budgets, reports, and proposals to senior management.
- Oversee facility projects supporting R&D operations-such as lab build-outs, prototype assembly areas, and specialized test environments.
- Develop and maintain integrated project schedules using MS Project or Primavera, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, flight test, and facilities teams.
- Manage contractors, vendors, and internal resources to ensure timely delivery of construction, modifications, and equipment installations.
- Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, FAA regulations, and safety protocols in all facility projects.
- Track budgets, forecast resource needs, plan and track facility maintenance and report progress to senior leadership and program stakeholders.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to facility readiness, operational safety, and project timelines.
- Serve as the liaison between facilities, Flight Operations, and program management to align infrastructure with program milestones and ASI Operations business objectives.
Job Qualifications- Typically requires a Bachelors in Business Administration or related discipline and nine or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least three of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Experience in facility project management, preferred within aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing environments.
- Strong project management, communication, organization, and leadership skills.
- A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of safety, environmental, construction methods, and building regulations.
- Proficiency with facility management software, ProCore, MS Project and Microsoft Office.
- Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or defense preferred.
- Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- PMP/Six Sigma preferred; ability to obtain security clearance.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance is required.
