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Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Test Site Manager to lead facility operations at a critical defense technology test site. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring test site infrastructure remains mission-ready and supports high-tempo testing operations without disruption.
You will own day-to-day operations of test site facilities including space allocation, access control, and operational logistics. Key responsibilities include maintaining mission-critical infrastructure systems (hangar doors, HVAC, electrical, lighting, ground support equipment), executing preventative maintenance programs to ensure zero unplanned downtime during critical test operations, conducting regular facility inspections, and maintaining accurate inventory tracking for facility equipment, parts, and supplies.
You will manage relationships with facility vendors and contractors, holding them accountable to performance standards and SLAs. You'll coordinate vendor activities including maintenance, repairs, and specialty services with minimal disruption to test operations, and negotiate service contracts and manage procurement for facility equipment and operational needs.
As the primary facility contact for test operations teams, visiting partners, and government stakeholders, you will coordinate facility access, scheduling, and service requests to support test events and demonstrations. You'll manage the work order queue and prioritize tasks to keep facilities operationally ready, and collaborate across IT, finance, engineering, security, and test operations teams to solve facility challenges.
You will provide visible, on-the-ground leadership, set operational standards, and hold teams accountable. You'll lead and develop a small facilities team, providing clear direction and regular feedback. You must break down ambiguous operational problems into structured solutions, balancing independent execution with cross-functional collaboration, and communicate facility status, risks, and needs clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 5+ years in facility operations or facility management, ideally in hangar, aviation, or industrial environments
- 3+ years of direct responsibility for facility maintenance, operations coordination, or project management
- Hands-on experience with facility infrastructure: hangar doors, HVAC, electrical systems, lighting, and maintenance operations
- Proven ability to manage 3-5+ concurrent facility projects or initiatives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
- Strong vendor and contractor management skills; comfortable negotiating and holding partners accountable
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritize in dynamic, unstructured environments
- Strong technical communication skills; able to translate facility issues into clear language for diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency with facility management software, inventory systems, project management tools, and standard office software
- Ability to read technical drawings, equipment manuals, and facility specifications
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Flexibility to work non-standard hours including evenings, weekends, and on-call availability for facility emergencies
- Ability to work in hangar and outdoor environments with exposure to weather, noise, and industrial equipment
- Frequent walking, standing, and climbing stairs/ladders to inspect facilities and equipment; ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
- Subject to pre-employment substance screening and randomized substance screening
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related technical field
- Experience supporting test operations, R&D facilities, or mission-critical environments
- Experience with budget management and financial reporting for facility operations
- Prior experience working in or with the USAF and other military branches
- Group 5 UAS experience
- Current Basic First Aid and CPR certification
- Active U.S. security clearance
