Job Description

Job Description

At BAE Systems, we are driven by a shared purpose: to protect what really matters. As a leading defense technology company, we are committed to empowering our employees to grow and thrive in their careers.

We are seeking a Facilities Engineering Supervisor II, for our Cedar Rapids, IA campus to lead a team of Facilities professionals to support site operations improving safety, overall site performance, meeting legal and contractual requirements and goals of the business while contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional products to our soldiers.

The Facilities Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading the daily operations, maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of facilities infrastructure supporting aerospace, defense, manufacturing, laboratory, and secure operations environments. This position supervises a team of facilities engineers, technicians, contractors, and service providers to ensure safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective operation of critical facility systems.

The Facilities Engineering Supervisor plays a key role in supporting mission-critical production, testing, research, development, and classified programs by ensuring facility assets, utilities, and infrastructure meet operational requirements, regulatory standards, and customer expectations. This role requires strong technical leadership, project management capabilities, and experience working within highly regulated manufacturing and defense environments.

The ideal candidate possesses expertise in facility engineering systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air, process utilities, fire protection systems, building automation systems, and environmental compliance programs. The position requires close collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Security, Program Management, and Engineering teams.

This will be accomplished through site infrastructure projects, continuous improvement activity, mechanical integrity programs, proactive and predictive maintenance activity, maintenance support, and proficient engineering applications. This position is a key member of the Facilities Leadership Team and reports to the Facilities Engineering Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

Supervise and lead facility engineering personnel, outside vendors and contractors, and contracted service providers.

Establish work priorities, assign resources, and ensure completion of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.

Provide coaching, mentoring, performance management, and professional development for team members.

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Participate in staffing, recruiting, onboarding, and workforce planning activities.

Facilities Operations

Oversee operation and maintenance of facility infrastructure systems including:

HVAC and environmental control systems

Electrical distribution systems

Emergency power generation systems

Liquid Nitrogen systems

Compressed air systems

Chilled water and cooling systems

Plumbing and water distribution systems

Fire alarm and fire suppression systems

Building automation and controls systems

Industrial gas systems

Ensure facility systems maintain required uptime and reliability to support manufacturing and mission-critical operations.

Monitor facility performance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and efficiency.

Engineering & Technical Support

Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting complex facility and utility system issues.

Review engineering drawings, specifications, and design packages.

Support facility modifications, equipment installations, and infrastructure upgrades.

Develop engineering standards, procedures, and maintenance strategies.

Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to facility operations.

Capital Projects & Continuous Improvement

Manage facility improvement projects from planning through execution and closeout.

Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and technical requirements.

Track project performance, risks, and expenditures.

Lead initiatives focused on energy efficiency, sustainability, reliability improvements, and cost reduction.

Compliance & Regulatory Requirements

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards including:

OSHA requirements

Environmental regulations

Local, state, and federal codes

NFPA standards

Building codes

Government contract compliance requirements

Support facility audits, inspections, and corrective action activities.

Maintain required facility records, permits, certifications, and documentation.

Safety & Environmental Stewardship

Champion workplace safety programs and safe work practices.

Conduct safety inspections, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.

Ensure adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, electrical safety, and contractor safety programs.

Partner with Safety Health & Environmental (SHE) teams to maintain regulatory compliance.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce safety risks and environmental impacts.

Budget & Asset Management

Assist in development and management of annual operating and capital budgets.

Monitor expenditures and ensure cost-effective utilization of resources.

Manage service contracts, vendor relationships, and contractor performance.

Support asset lifecycle planning and long-range infrastructure strategies.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Engineering or similar tech degree aligned to core disciplines preferred - Mech, Electrical, etc.

• 4 years of facility or engineering support.

• Experience in capital and /or project execution and support.

• Comfortable disseminating and presenting site relevant topics to leadership.

• Continuous improvement experience via 6Sigma, Lean, or related methodologies.

• Proven change agent, capable of garnering support and driving results.

• Self-aware and participative leadership style, engaging all levels of the organization.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Supervisory / Lead or managerial experience.

• Predictive maintenance processes knowledge.

• PMP / FMP practitioner.

• Project Management.

• Fire Systems Maintenance.

• HVAC Systems.

• Building Automation System.

• Layouts and AutoCAD drawings.

• Utilities

• Energy Policy Compliance.

• Safety, Health and Environmental.

• Landscaping & Snow Removal.

• Building Structures and Roofing.

• Graduate or advanced technical degree.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Facilities Engineer Supervisor II

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