Engineering Manager

We are a small company of hardworking, dedicated professionals who specialize in the operation and maintenance of government infrastructure in the Air Force/Space Force arena. We have a long track record of stellar customer support and wide breadth of knowledge to get any job done. Based on some of the most pristine real‑estate on the central coast, Vandenberg offers unparalleled opportunities to enjoy the best California has to offer.

We celebrate working hard while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance to make the most of our beautiful surroundings and year‑round mild climate.

Working for the Program Manager, the engineering manager is responsible for the planning and execution of engineering tasks associated with daily operations as well as larger design/build projects related to facility infrastructure upgrades. You will oversee the continual review and improvement of the maintenance program, by balancing a mix of Preventative, Predictive, and Responsive Maintenance strategies to maximize operational efficiency and minimize equipment downtime.

• Implement and maintain Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Program
• Establish strategies to increase reliability and reduce operational costs
• Direct Facility and Equipment Maintenance and Repair Program
• Work with technicians and craftsmen to improve equipment reliability
• Identify, coordinate and manage maintenance processes
• Contribute to 12kV and 480V electrical Lock-Out-Tag-Out plans
• Contribute to Job Hazard Analysis forms
• Oversee inspection, testing, certification, non‑destructive inspection (NDI), predictive testing and inspection (PTI)
• Plans and directs all aspects of engineering activities within the organization
• Ensures all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives
• Plans and oversees layout of equipment, office, and facilities
• Conducts studies in operations to maximize work flow and spatial utilization
• Responsible for designing and implementing improved process or operational policies
• Recommends changes to products or services to fulfill customer needs
• Manages and/or oversees the planning, estimating, and construction management department; ensures bids are accurate and estimates quantities of material to purchase; manages multiple projects simultaneously in a team environment with direct subordinates and ensures projects are designed and built in accordance with all applicable military, industrial, and governmental regulatory requirements, standards, and specifications.
• Responsible for the training and staffing of estimating department
• Gathers and analyzes information to prepare reports on the progress of projects
• Ensures that assignment and scheduling of work follows company policy
• Evaluates procedures and recommends changes to improve the efficiency of planning and scheduling of projects
• Responsible for the coordination and completion of projects
• Oversees all aspects of projects
• Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project
• Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project
• Technical familiarity with electrical power transmission, distribution, generation, and analyses related to this field
• Technical familiarity with HVAC systems and principals
• Technical familiarity with fire alarm and suppression systems

• B.S. Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Civil, Construction, or closely related field)
• Root Cause Failure Analysis experience (RCFA)
• Failure Mode and Effect Analysis experience (FMEA)
• Life cycle costs analysis experience
• Experience with facility infrastructure components (HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing)
• 5 years management experience, 10 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks.
• Leads and directs the work of others.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
• Strong analytical and hands‑on skills
• AutoCAD experience
• Programming familiarity and experience

• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess a valid driver’s license
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
• Must be able to climb, crawl and lift 50 pounds
• Good communications skills (written and verbal)
• Must successfully complete Air Force computer‑based training modules and sign user agreements