Facilities Manager 1- 18851 with Security Clearance

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.

We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Facilities Manager 1 located in Huntsville, AL Relocation assistance may be provided. What You Will Get To Do:
The Facilities Maintenance Manager 1 oversees day-to-day maintenance operations for the Huntsville, AL site, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost-effective facility performance. This role supervises a small team of technicians and contractors, prioritizes and schedules preventive and corrective maintenance, manages vendors, and ensures compliance with applicable safety and building standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong planning, communication, and problem-solving skills who can balance urgent needs with long-term asset care.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and develop a maintenance team, including daily direction, work assignments, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Plan, prioritize, and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance using a CMMS/work-order system.
• Maintain building systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, structural, grounds) to required uptime and reliability targets.
• Coordinate and oversee vendor and contractor work; manage service contracts and obtain competitive bids.
• Monitor and enforce safety programs and procedures; drive a safety-first culture.
• Respond to and manage facility emergencies and after-hours incidents, and coordinate root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Track and report maintenance KPIs (e.g., PM completion, response time, backlog, asset uptime).
• Assist with budgeting, cost control, parts inventory, and procurement for maintenance activities.
• Support facility projects (retrofits, small capital improvements, space moves) and ensure minimal operational disruption.
• Maintain documentation, permits, and compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, local AHJ).
• Collaborate with site leadership and stakeholders to align maintenance priorities with business needs.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance reliability and reduce lifecycle costs. Position Benefits:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage - 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. You'll Bring These

Qualifications:

Bachelors +5 years of experience, or Masters +3 years of experience or in lieu of degree an additional 4 years of experience

Experience with CMMS/work-order systems and basic maintenance planning/scheduling.

Experience with safety practices and regulations relevant to facility operations.
Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher awarded or reviewed in the last 5 years.
Valid driver's license and ability to support on-call/after-hours needs as required. These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: 4+ years facilities…