Director of Facilities, Arsenal-1

The posting, as Anduril wrote it

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE JOB

Anduril is looking for a Director of Facilities to lead facilities management for Arsenal-1, our manufacturing campus outside Columbus, Ohio. The site spans roughly 1.5 million square feet of office, manufacturing, and warehouse space today and will grow to more than 5 million square feet. The candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of campus facility operations, including building systems and preventive maintenance, workplace services, and construction projects. They will lead a team of professionals and ensure that all facilities support the company's strategic objectives and operational needs. We seek a leader with a strategic mindset, operational excellence, and a commitment to fostering a vibrant and effective workplace.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own day-to-day facilities management of the Arsenal-1 campus — building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, life safety), janitorial, grounds, and utilities — ensuring a seamless experience for employees and visitors.
• Manage direct reports responsible for workplace services, facility operations, and construction projects.
• Long-term planning: Develop and implement plans to support the campus's growth from 1.5 million to more than 5 million square feet, including phased construction, infrastructure capacity, and space programming.
• Demonstrate exceptional proficiency in Slack communication, skillfully managing channels, promptly responding to messages, and effectively using the platform to enhance team collaboration and productivity.
• Regularly assess the performance of the facilities department and make decisions for improvement.
• Lead facility-related projects, including renovations, expansions, and new construction, from conception to completion.
• Manage operating costs, track expenditures and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Responsible for vendor contracts, including negotiation, selection, and performance evaluation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for space planning, utilization, and optimization.
• Promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Support projects including space planning, maintenance, and facility upgrades.
• Ensure campus services such as security, cleaning, catering, and transportati

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