Director of Facilities

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantagedomain dominance. The companys products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN) empowering warfighters commercial air operators and border protection teams to act faster adapt rapidly and stay ahead of evolving threats.

CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors including 8VC Accel and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Washington D.C. San Francisco San Diego Seattle and London. For more information please visit .

Role Overview:

Werelooking for a seasoned facilities leader to take ownership of our manufacturing and industrial operations across 10 locationsworldwide. As Director of Facilitiesyoullbe the driving force behind safe efficient and well-maintained facilities setting the strategic direction while keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. If you thrive in complex multi-site environments and love building high-performing teams this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all facilities operations across a large portfolio of manufacturing and industrial sites ensuring each location meets safety compliance and operational standards
• Partner with Strategy and Workplace Operations to develop and execute a long-term facilities strategy aligned with company growth and operational goals
• Manage a team of regional facilities managers and on-site staff providing mentorship clear direction and accountability
• Own buildout strategyand execution
• Own the capital and operating budgets for facilities across all sites identifyingcost efficiencies without compromising safety or quality
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and extend asset life
• Serve as the primary point of contact for lease management vendor relationships and contractor negotiations across the portfolio
• Partner with EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) teams to ensure all sitesremainsafe andcompliant
• Lead or support major capital projects including renovations expansions and new site buildouts
• Build andmaintainstrong relationships with site leadership serving as a trusted partner on all facilities-related matters

Minimum Requirements:

• 8 years of facilities management experience with at least2years in a leadership role overseeing multiple sites
• Background in manufacturing or industrial environments is strongly preferred
• Proventrack recordmanaging large facilities budgets and capital projects
• Strong working knowledge of building systems (HVAC electrical plumbing) industrial equipment maintenance and EHS compliance
• Experience with facilities management software
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills you can navigate conversations with frontline technicians and thec-suite equally well
• A strategic mindset with the ability to roll up your sleeves when needed

Why CHAOS

• Health Benefits: Medical dental and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits: 401k ( 50% company match up to 6% of pay) FSA HSA life insurance and more
• Our Perks: Free daily lunch No meeting Fridays unlimited PTO casual dress code
• Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries generous pre-IPO stock option grants relocation assistance and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus equity and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations.

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