Architect/Project Manager

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space—delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers.

About the Role

The Infrastructure and Facilities Assurance Department (IFAD) is the source of expertise in Operations and Facilities Engineering to our corporate customers. IFAD provides an array of technical capabilities that support our customers in assuring the availability, readiness, and success of ground assets/services required to meet the needs of the space enterprise. We seek motivated architects/project managers to join our high-performing team in solving today’s hardest problems and evolving our capabilities to meet tomorrow’s technical challenges. This position requires an innovative yet decisive individual who thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment, sets clear goals, and executes effectively.

This is a hybrid position located in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a self-motivating project leader with overall responsibility for project engineer and project administrator duties, working with minimal direction from management.
• Coordinate and lead a team of technical contributors, identifying issues, prioritizing tasks, facilitating communications, and acting as the spokesperson for the working group.
• Provide technical expertise in identifying innovative technologies and operational enhancements to improve facility design, safety, resiliency/reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Utilize and/or develop advanced analytical techniques to evaluate facility systems and optimize overall systems design.
• Deliver independent, data-driven technical reports and recommendations to management and customers through effective verbal and written communication.
• Develop and evaluate design criteria; review A-E design packages for adherence to design objectives, technical completeness, and accuracy; support construction and commissioning activities.
• Develop project scopes of work, pre-conceptual design documentation, budgets, project cost estimates, and planning/scheduling documentation to support facility acquisition/procurement.
• Employ a rigorous, methodical approach to problem-solving and identifying the root cause of facility system failures.
• Mentor team members by providing orientation, technical guidance, and development insight.
• Travel to customer and/or government facilities while representing the company and department professionally.

Requirements

Engineering Specialist

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Architecture, Project/Construction Management, or a related engineering degree from an accredited school.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in facility design, construction, operation, and maintenance, preferably in a US-based Architect-Engineer (A&E) firm.
• Current Registered Architect or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated experience with the programming, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of large multi-site/facility and campus-type facilities.
• Demonstrated project management experience and ability to lead multi-discipline project teams.
• Self-starter with proficient time management skills to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously, delivering results within established timeframes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Working knowledge of current commercial building codes and regulations (e.g., IBC, NFPA, etc.).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or analogous computer-aided drafting programs.
• Experience developing statements of work and project cost estimating.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project, and Visio.
• Ability and willingness to travel (domestic/international).
• Current TS/SCI security clearance.

Senior Engineering Specialist

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Architecture, Project/Construction Management, or a related engineering degree from an accredited school.
• A minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in facility design, construction, operation, and maintenance, preferably in a US-based Architect-Engineer (A&E) firm.
• Current Registered Architect or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated experience with the programming, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of large multi-site/facility and campus-type facilities.
• Demonstrated project management experience and ability to lead multi-discipline project teams.
• Self-starter with proficient time management skills to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously, delivering results within established timeframes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Working knowledge of current commercial building codes and regulations (e.g., IBC, NFPA, etc.).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or analogous computer-aided drafting programs.
• Experience developing statements of work and project cost estimating.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project, and Visio.
• Experience leading and mentoring junior staff.
• Project estimation experience.
• Ability and willingness to travel (domestic/international).
• Current TS/SCI security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Bachelor of Architecture (BARCH), master’s degree in architecture, or advanced degree in a related engineering field.
• LEED Accreditation.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with high-density data center design, construction, operations, and maintenance.
• Experience with the design, maintenance, and operations of federal, military, and/or space launch base facilities and related infrastructures.
• Working knowledge of cleanroom facilities design, construction, and operation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with facility/infrastructure control and supervisory systems (e.g., SCADA, DCS).
• Working knowledge of US defense industry facility acquisition and operations practices.
• Working knowledge of US Department of Defense (DoD) Unified Facility Criteria (UFC) documents.
• Working knowledge of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) provisions and their role in the federal facility acquisition process.

Pay

The grade-based pay range for this job is $117,300.00 - $226,900.00 annually.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career.
• Education assistance programs.

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. To cultivate talent and ensure a strong pipeline of future leaders, we seek individuals who:

• Operate Strategically.
• Lead Change.
• Engage with Impact.
• Foster Innovation.
• Deliver Results.