Facilities Manager

Innovative Solutions & Support; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier aerospace technology firm is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and repair operations at its Exton, Pennsylvania location. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in facilities maintenance, demonstrate project management skills, and be familiar with large HVAC systems. Responsibilities include budgeting, compliance with safety regulations, and ensuring operational efficiency. This role requires availability for emergency calls, making leadership and problem-solving skills crucial for success.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in preventative facilities maintenance.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Experience with large HVAC systems and controls.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate building maintenance and repair activities.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Plan and administer facilities department budget.

Skills

Project Management

Preventive Maintenance

HVAC Systems

Plumbing

Light Electrical Work

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Facilities Manager at Innovative Solutions & Support

Join to apply for the Facilities Manager role at Innovative Solutions & Support. Innovative Aerosystems (IA) is a leading systems integrator that designs and manufactures cost‑effective NextGen flight navigation systems and precision flight instrumentation equipment for the aerospace industry. The world’s most respected aircraft builders, owners, and operators rely on our leading‑edge avionic technology, superior craftsmanship, and stringent quality standards to significantly enhance reliability, performance, and provide superior value. All IA products are proudly manufactured in the USA, with all disciplines – from engineering and design to development and testing – performed in‑house at our U.S. headquarters. Are you ready to help us build our future?

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate activities of workers engaged in maintenance and repair of building, building systems, and grounds.
• Direct training and indoctrination of workers to improve work performance.
• Acquaint workers with Company policies and procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of machines, tools and equipment.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems.
• Recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Complete project management steps to develop time and cost estimates on facility modifications, equipment upgrades and process improvements.
• Prepare construction specifications or plans, obtaining advice from engineering consultants, assemble and analyze contract bids, and submit bids and recommendations to superiors for action.
• Plan and administer building facilities department budget in areas including maintenance, utilities, trash, janitorial, landscaping, real estate taxes, rent, construction, etc.
• Formulate procedures for use in event of accidents, fires, or other emergencies.
• Provide direction to the site on improvement strategies and feedback on safety performance to the management team and supervisors on an ongoing basis.
• Understand and communicate state or federal safety and health OSHA regulations and environmental regulations (EPA). Develop, implement and control programs to ensure IA compliance with these same regulations.
• Update and maintain environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.
• Requisition building and maintenance supplies, equipment and furniture.
• Maintain IA Security system and respond to issues accordingly.

Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience in preventative facilities maintenance.
• Demonstrated Project Management skills.
• Experience with large HVAC systems and controls.
• Valid Driver’s license/transportation to pick up materials.
• Demonstrable skills in plumbing and light electrical work.
• Experience with ISO 9000.
• Self‑motivated attention to aesthetics.
• Demonstrated intermediate skills with the standard features of various personal computer word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, and other proprietary software).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds using proper lifting technique.
• Must be capable to see colors and details both up‑close and over distances of up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to work on roof or near high ceilings.
• Must be able to stand, sit, walk, kneel, bend and use ladders regularly.
• Ability to provide estimated total costs for projects.
• Available 24/7 for emergency calls and facility shutdowns.

Anticipated Growth

• Acquire direct knowledge of IA Quality System within three (3) months.
• Learn preventive maintenance within three (3) months.
• Learn company and department procedures within three (3) months.
• Ongoing professional skill growth.
• Ongoing rapport with internal and external customers, other departments, etc.

U.S. Person Requirements

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. IA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.