Facilities Manager III

Facilities Manager, Palmdale, California, Eligible for Employee ReferralPosted Sep 29, 2026

Job description

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. The Facilities Manager is responsible for managing the design, development, and implementation of facilities related policies, programs, and procedures.

Prepares bid sheets and contracts for construction and facilities acquisitions. Directly manages the operations and maintenance of site and building staff and systems. May manage multiple facilities in multiple locations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages and develops the overall objectives and long range goals with regard to the planning, design, reconfiguration, construction, maintenance and alteration of equipment, machinery, buildings, structures and other facilities and ensures all projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Formulates and recommends policies, objectives, budgets, plans, procedures and schedules for the department.

Act as an advisor to subordinate supervisors to resolve technical or operational problems. Conducts quality control audits and evaluate work standards and performance levels ensuring uniformity, effectiveness, and appropriate staffing levels. Manages the efforts of various outside design, layout, construction, and service disciplines in the design, costing, alteration, operations, and maintenance at various facilities.

Oversees the operations and maintenance of site and building mechanical, plumbing, electrical and security systems. Develops enhancements to the facilities and security PC based networks. Standardizes facilities engineering equipment and procedures. Reviews and estimates costs including equipment, installation, labor, materials, preparation and other related costs.

Develops and administers budgets, schedules and performance standards. Assigns tasks, reviews work, and provides direction to staff while ensuring business objectives are met within established timelines. Manages the planning, attraction, selection, retention and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required talent.

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional Functions May develop, recommend, implement and monitor uniform programs.

Other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

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