Facilities Manager - Advanced Manufacturing

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

Own facility operations: HVAC, electrical, compressed gases, vacuum infrastructure, and general utilities

Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements (OSHA, NFPA, local codes)

Plan and execute facility upgrades to support spacecraft development and test

Coordinate infrastructure needs with engineering teams (power, cooling, vacuum, test setups)

Manage vendors and contractors for maintenance, repairs, and capital projects

Develop and manage maintenance programs and facility reliability plans

Support lab buildouts, test stand installation, and infrastructure integration

Manage budgets, schedules, and project execution for facility improvements

What It Takes

BS in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5–10+ years managing technical facilities (lab, aerospace, manufacturing, or similar)

Strong knowledge of building systems and infrastructure

Experience with contractor/vendor management

Strong organizational and project management skills

Work location within the Hawthorne, CA area

Nice-to-Have Experience

Experience supporting aerospace or test facilities

Familiarity with vacuum systems, cleanrooms, or specialized labs

Experience with CMMS systems

What You’ll Get

Ownership – Real contribution to flight hardware early in your career

Mentorship – Direct learning from experienced spacecraft engineers

Growth – Clear path to subsystem ownership

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.