Aerospace Artifact Preservation Lead

Smithsonian Institution; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museums Preservation Restoration Unit seeks a seasoned professional to lead maintenance, preservation, and restoration projects for aerospace artifacts. You will supervise teams, manage resources, and ensure meticulous documentation of conditions and treatments in accordance with collections standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, organizational skills, and experience in preserving large aviation and space objects, with responsibility for

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience at least GS-11 level.
• Experience leading preservation/restoration of large aerospace objects.
• Experience managing project resources and maintaining records.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams that perform artifact treatments, including conservation and restoration of aerospace objects.
• Oversee project resources such as funds, materials, and time.
• Maintain detailed artifact condition and treatment records using word processing software and databases.

Job description

The Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museums Preservation Restoration Unit seeks a seasoned professional to lead maintenance, preservation, and restoration projects for aerospace artifacts. You will supervise teams, manage resources, and ensure meticulous documentation of conditions and treatments in accordance with collections standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, organizational skills, and experience in preserving large aviation and space objects, with responsibility for