Facilities Technician II – Launch Site Maintenance

Firefly Aerospace; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Short term disability

Pet Insurance

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in California is hiring Facility Technicians to maintain and repair launch site buildings and support systems. You will work in a small team, with responsibilities across routine inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks.

The role requires a GED, at least 3 years in facilities or maintenance, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and safety procedures is preferred; ITAR compliance is required for eligibility.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• 3+ years of facility or maintenance experience.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to lift and manipulate 50 pounds.
• Observe and follow safety procedures and policies.
• Follow schedules and keep commitments; operate individually or in a team.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
• Valid Real ID driver's license with clean record.
• Must pass Space Force background checks for Vandenberg SFB, CA.
• 3+ years as a handy-person or in a construction trade.
• Knowledge in electrical, plumbing, HVAC/refrigeration, concrete, or framing.
• Knowledge of Atlassian software (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket).

Responsibilities

• Performs routine inspections and repairs of exterior/interior facilities, including roofs, ceilings, walls, floors and fixtures.
• Performs carpentry and painting repairs; plumbing and minor electrical repairs; light concrete placement and repair; HVAC maintenance and repairs.
• Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks (HVAC, generators, cranes, corrosion control, grounding, lightning protection).
• Maintains outdoor grounds and parking lots free of debris.
• Coordinates and works with other vendors or contractors on larger multi-trade projects.
• Performs assembly and/or moving of furniture, racks, or other site equipment.
• Creates maintenance work tickets detailing actions and procedures.
• Provides general support during launch campaigns and launch day efforts.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Forklift/Scissor/ Boom lift operation

Reliability & professionalism

Real ID driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Bitbucket

Job description

Firefly Aerospace in California is hiring Facility Technicians to maintain and repair launch site buildings and support systems. You will work in a small team, with responsibilities across routine inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks.

The role requires a GED, at least 3 years in facilities or maintenance, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and safety procedures is preferred; ITAR compliance is required for eligibility.