Multi-Site Facilities & Operations Leader

BlackSky; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

PTO and holidays

401(k) match

Stock Purchase Program

Professional development

Flexible spending accounts

Volunteer time off

Job summary

BlackSky is seeking an Operations & Facilities Manager to oversee daily operations across Seattle, Tukwila, and Herndon sites, including labs, clean rooms, and MOC environments. The role reports to the Vice President, Supply Chain and Production and requires leading a multidisciplinary facilities team.

The candidate will manage budgets, vendor relations, capital projects, and safety programs, ensuring compliant, safe, and efficient workspaces in a high‑tech setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, or related field.
• At least seven years of progressive experience in facilities/office management, ideally in aerospace, satellite manufacturing, laboratory, or other highly‑technical environments.
• Demonstrated success managing multi-site facilities.
• Strong budgeting, financial planning, and vendor management skills.
• Knowledge of building systems, EH&S requirements, contamination control, and technical facility compliance.
• Experience supervising or mentoring team members in operations or administrative roles.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs and occasionally move equipment and supplies.
• Ability to respond to occasional after‑hours facility/office issues or emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily facilities operations across multiple office, laboratory, clean room, and specialized environments to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
• Oversee the facilities and operations of our three main offices in Seattle, WA, Tukwila, WA, and Herndon, VA.
• Oversee clean room, laboratory, and MOC protocols, including contamination control, equipment certification, hazard mitigation, service and calibration schedules, and environmental compliance.
• Manage facility operations supporting controlled environments, office spaces, and technical infrastructure, ensuring readiness for testing, manufacturing, mission operations, and day-to-day workplace needs.
• Coordinate and manage preventative maintenance programs for building systems, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Oversee facility repairs, maintenance requests, and capital improvement projects, working closely with internal teams and external vendors.
• Lead construction, renovations, tenant improvements, and expansion projects across all locations.
• Serve as the primary liaison with building management, contractors, service providers, and specialized technical vendors.
• Select, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships for facility services, utilities, security systems, janitorial, laboratory support, and clean room operations.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Security, IT, People Operations, Engineering, mission teams, and lab/MOC personnel to support physical security, access control, technology installations, infrastructure projects, and workspace readiness.
• Oversee receiving, shipping, deliveries, and logistics to ensure timely handling of equipment, materials, and vendor shipments.
• Manage office and technical space planning, including layouts for laboratories, clean rooms, offices, and MOC infrastructure needs.
• Ensure conference rooms, common areas, break rooms, and shared workplaces remain functional, organized, and well‑maintained.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute events and preparations for VIP visitors and internal stakeholders.
• Develop, manage, and forecast facility operating and capital budgets while identifying cost‑saving and optimization opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, facility documentation, and vendor contracts.
• Lead emergency preparedness, incident response, and business continuity efforts across all facilities.
• Take ownership of developing and distributing safety plans and protocols, working collaboratively with Security and People Ops.
• Supervise, develop, and provide performance management for the Administrative & Facility Coordinator, including oversight of office services such as supply stocking, package management, event setup, and daily administrative operations.
• Provide multi‑site support to ensure standardized processes, consistent service quality, and operational excellence across locations.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Skills

Budgeting

Vendor management

Project management

MS Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership experience

Lift up to 30 lbs

After-hours support

Reliable transport

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Facilities Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BlackSky is seeking an Operations & Facilities Manager to oversee daily operations across Seattle, Tukwila, and Herndon sites, including labs, clean rooms, and MOC environments. The role reports to the Vice President, Supply Chain and Production and requires leading a multidisciplinary facilities team.

The candidate will manage budgets, vendor relations, capital projects, and safety programs, ensuring compliant, safe, and efficient workspaces in a high‑tech setting.