Facilities Manager

STEM Boomerang; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee equity

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

FSA/HSA

401k plan

Parental leave

Meals provided

Snacks & beverages

Fitness stipend

EV charging

Job summary

Castelion is building a new 1,000-acre facility in New Mexico. We seek a proactive Facilities Manager to own the site’s development, operations, and continuous improvement, coordinating engineering, manufacturing and office environments.

The role requires 7+ years in facilities/operations, strong knowledge of building systems, and experience leading large, multi-building sites. The position emphasizes safety, uptime, and decisive action in a fast-paced, ambiguous setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of facilities, site operations, or industrial/manufacturing experience with increasing responsibility.
• Experience supporting large, multi-building sites (campus-style or industrial environments preferred).
• Ability to build and implement SOPs, maintenance programs, and operational processes from the ground up.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety) and maintenance best practices.
• Operational discipline in high-reliability environments with focus on uptime and safety.
• Prior experience managing vendors, contractors, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop SOPs and maintenance programs for the new NM site.
• Lead operations and facilities management across engineering, manufacturing, and office spaces.
• Prioritize competing demands and drive safety and uptime objectives.
• Manage vendors, contracts, and cross-functional teams to deliver site development and ongoing operations.

Skills

Facilities management

SOP development

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Operations leadership

HVAC knowledge

Ground-up site build

Project coordination

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

Asset tracking software

Reliability programs

Utilities installation

Job description

Rio Rancho, United States | Posted on 08/06/2026

Castelion was founded to restore America’s ability to field advanced weapons at speed and scale. Inspired by the engineering urgency of the WWII and Apollo eras, we combine rapid iteration, vertical integration, and scalable manufacturing to deliver affordable, high-performance strike systems. Our mission: rebuild industrial agility to strengthen national security and outpace evolving threats.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly proactive, hands-on Facilities Manager to lead the development, operations, and continuous improvement of Castelion's new 1,000-acre site in New Mexico. This role is critical to enabling safe, reliable, and scalable operations across engineering, manufacturing, and office environments. You will serve as the primary owner of the facility, balancing immediate operational needs with long-term site development as the company rapidly grows.

This is a ground-up opportunity: the site is in early stages, and success will require building structure from ambiguity. You will establish and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), develop maintenance and facilities systems, and drive prioritization across competing demands. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, brings strong operational discipline, and is comfortable making decisions with incomplete information while maintaining a high bar for safety and execution.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience in facilities, site operations, or industrial/manufacturing environments, with increasing responsibility
• Experience supporting large, complex, or multi-building sites (campus-style or industrial environments preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to build and implement SOPs, maintenance programs, and operational processes from the ground up
• Strong working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety) and maintenance best practices
• Demonstrated operational discipline in high-reliability environments with a focus on uptime and safety
• Strong understanding of workplace hazards and safety practices
• Proven ability to prioritize effectively across competing demands in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• Experience managing vendors, contractors, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate independently with high ownership and accountability
• Ability to support off-hours or emergency response as needed

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience standing up new facilities, greenfield sites, or major expansions
• Background supporting manufacturing, CNC machining, or high-mix, low-volume production environments
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems (CMMS), asset tracking, and reliability programs
• Experience with infrastructure or capital projects (site development, utilities, equipment installs)
• Strong competency in root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industrial environments
• Budget ownership and cost control experience
• Employee Equity: Meaningful equity forall full-time employees - share value has increased 150x in three years
• Personal Time Off: Four (4) weeks of paidtime off to unplug, reset, and come back sharp—velocity matters,burnout doesn't
• Medical: We offer plans at 100% employeecovered and 80% of dependent coverage
• Dental & Vision: We cover 90%employees and 80% for dependents to ensure you and your family haveaccess to quality preventive and ongoing care
• FSA/HSA: To support long-term health andfinancial resilience, we offer FSA and HSA options that allowemployees to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible medical anddependent care expenses
• Retirement: 401k plan offered to supportlong term financial growth along side high-impact, high-velocity work
• Paid Parental Leave: We support growingfamilies with meaningful time to bond and recover. Birthing parentsare eligible for up to 10 weeks of paid leave, while non-birthingparents may take up to 4 weeks of paid leave. This time can be usedfor pre-natal care, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medicalneeds—ensuring every parent has the support they need during thisimportant life moment.8-weeks of paid parental leave for allparents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees
• Meals & Catering: Frequently cateredlunches and team meals, plus company-covered meals when extra timeor effort is required
• Snacks & Beverages: Fully stockedkitchen with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you fueledthroughout the day
• Performance & Fitness: $100 monthlyfitness stipend to support peak performance and health, both insideand outside of work
• EV Charging: Onsite electric vehiclecharging available for employees