Blacksky

Blacksky

Operations & Facilities Manager

Tukwila, WA · Full-time

Work authorization required$110k-$125kDetected 18 hours ago
Incident ResponseProject ManagementBudgetingSupply ChainLogisticsVendor ManagementPerformance ManagementCustomer SupportCommunicationMentoringMicrosoft OfficeOSHA

About the role

  • BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly.
  • They are an organized problem-solver with strong customer service instincts who anticipates facilities needs before they become a larger problem.
  • This position is an on-site role, and will report to our Seattle and Tukwila offices five days per week, while managing our office and facilities in Herndon, VA remotely.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage daily facilities operations across multiple office, laboratory, clean room, and specialized environments to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Manage office and technical space planning, including layouts for laboratories, clean rooms, offices, and MOC infrastructure needs.
  • 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.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, or a related field.
  • Equivalent experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
  • At least seven years of progressive experience in facilities/office management, operations services, or related roles, ideally in aerospace, satellite manufacturing, laboratory, or other highly-technical environments.
  • Experience supervising or mentoring team members in operations or administrative roles.
  • 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.

Nice to have

  • Experience with clean rooms, laboratories, or other high-tech environments, and the associated safety standards.
  • Certifications such as IFMA, OSHA, contamination control, or laboratory safety certifications.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP), or Project Management Professional (PMP).
  • 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
  • Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
  • Employer matching donations
  • Professional development
  • Mac or PC? Your choice!

Compensation

  • The anticipated salary range for candidates in Seattle, WA is $110,000 - $125,000 per year.

Benefits

  • BlackSky for full-time benefits eligible employees includes:
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insurance
  • BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!
  • 15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • The final compensation package offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on specific background and education.

Company info

  • BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company.
  • We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets and events from around the globe.
  • BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy.
  • Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun.
  • BlackSky is seeking a hands-on and experienced Operations & Facilities Manager who will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance management, planning, and expansion of our Tukwila, WA, Seattle, WA, and Herndon, VA offices.
  • This role will oversee a highly secure satellite manufacturing facility, including clean room and laboratory environments, as well as a Mission Operations Center (MOC).
  • They will ensure a safe, efficient, and reliable work environment that supports business operations and will work closely with IT, Security, and building management to ensure facilities are well maintained and operational needs are met.
  • The ideal candidate is a proactive, hands-on facilities leader who thrives in a fast-paced, highly technical environment and enjoys balancing strategic planning for the office spaces with daily administrative tasks and operational execution.
  • This role reports to the Vice President, Supply Chain and Production.

Equal opportunity

  • https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
  • https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
  • BlackSky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
  • EEO/AAP/ Pay Transparency Statements:

Visa & Work Authorization

  • citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U
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