Facilities Operations Specialist 3

United Launch Alliance; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Discretionary bonus

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

United Launch Alliance in Denver invites experienced facilities professionals to join as a Facilities Operations Specialist 3. You will coordinate facility teams across leased offices, labs, and warehouses, ensuring maintenance, vendor management, and space planning align with corporate objectives.

The role emphasizes collaboration with leadership, budget oversight, and compliance with ITAR. A bachelor's degree and at least four years of related experience are required; ULA offers a strong team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in facilities, office space and/or property management.
• Strong communication skills and budgeting experience.
• Ability to work with outside vendors and project management.
• Schedule flexibility for urgent facility matters.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee tenant building and critical systems maintenance.
• Coordinate requirements gathering, budget approvals, vendor sourcing, and projects.
• Oversight of maintenance vendors and on-site services.
• Space management, occupancy planning, and office moves.
• Collaborate with leadership to support corporate initiatives and events.
• Coordinate internal facility communications and liaison to landlord.
• Work with IT, Security, Quality, Safety and Engineering to stay compliant and support audits.
• Assist with vendor contracts and facilities budget execution.
• Research industry trends to improve employee experience or efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Budgeting

Project management

Vendor coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor

Tools

CAD / Space Occupancy Planning Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID: 1981

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: No

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As a Facilities Operations Specialist 3, this individual coordinates facility team activities to support a Corporate Campus consisting of multiple leased office buildings, engineering labs, and warehouse spaces. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and oversight of tenant building and critical systems maintenance
• Coordination of requirements gathering, budget approvals, vendor sourcing, and project management for facility improvement or repair projects
• Oversight of maintenance vendors and on-site food/refreshments & catering services
• Space management, occupancy planning, metrics reporting, office moves, and hybrid desk reservation system
• Engages with Executive Leadership to support corporate initiatives and special events
• Coordination of internal facility communications and liaison to landlord
• Collaborates with Security, Information Technology, Quality, Safety, and Engineering teams to maintain compliance with technical standards and support audits
• Supports vendor contract management and facilities budget execution
• Provides research on industry trends and identifies improvements to enhance employee experience or operational efficiency

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Background in facilities, office space and/or property management
• Strong communication skills
• Budgeting / Microsoft Office tools experience
• Teaming and collaboration skills
• Team tasking and planning skills with the ability to work with outside vendors
• Project Management experience
• Schedule flexibility to respond to urgent facility matters as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Corporate Office Property Management or Facilities Engineering background
• Experience with commercial leases and vendor contracts
• Familiarity with BAS, HVAC, or Backup Power Systems
• Familiarity with CAD / Space Occupancy Planning Tools

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only)

$75,140.00 - $125,233.00

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

What makes ULA different?

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:

• 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
• Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information.

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted