Facility & Lab Manager
On-siteLisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
Job Summary
Lead and develop the Facility Management team to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation of all MAITE technical facilities and laboratories. Oversee environmental controls in production and test areas, including temperature, humidity, and particulate monitoring, while coordinating cleanroom readiness and compliance with defined standards. Manage preventive maintenance, equipment calibration, and infrastructure servicing to maintain continuous facility readiness, and plan improvement projects in collaboration with Engineering and Operational Excellence. Ensure controlled environments meet ESD, safety, and certification requirements through regular audits, and manage service providers and external contractors aligned with ICEYE quality standards. Coordinate training programs for facility safety and cleanroom entry, act as the primary contact for incidents, and monitor performance indicators to drive continuous improvement. This permanent, on-site role in Lisbon requires security screening and begins in Q4 2026.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Facilities Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in facility, lab, or operations management within a technical or high-reliability environment (e.g., aerospace, electronics, or defense)
- Strong understanding of ESD control, cleanroom standards, environmental monitoring systems, and preventive maintenance planning
- Demonstrated experience managing contractors, service providers, and technical infrastructure projects
- Hands-on, proactive, and structured work approach with excellent organizational skills
- Strong communication and leadership capabilities; able to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment, maintaining composure and structure under pressure
- Knowledge of safety and compliance frameworks applicable to controlled environments (e.g., ISO 14644, ECSS, or equivalent)
- Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
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