Architect/Project Manager

aero; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation, located in El Segundo, CA, is seeking Architects and Senior Engineering Specialists to lead multi-disciplinary project teams through design, construction, operations and maintenance of complex facilities across ground and cyber systems. Candidates should have extensive experience in facility design and project management.

Ideal applicants will hold a BS in Architecture/Construction Management or related field, a PE/Architect license, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture, Project/Construction Management, or related engineering from an accredited school.
• Eight or more years of experience in facility design, construction, operation and maintenance.
• Registered Architect or Professional Engineer (PE) license (current).
• Experience with programming, design, construction, operation and maintenance of large multi-site facilities.

Responsibilities

• Be self-motivating and able to work with minimal direction; assume project engineer and project administrator duties.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams; coordinate communications and act as spokesperson for the team.
• Provide technical expertise to improve facility design, safety, resiliency, reliability and cost efficiency.
• Develop and evaluate design criteria; review A-E design packages for adherence to objectives and accuracy.
• Develop project scopes of work, budgets, cost estimates and scheduling documents.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Mentoring

Self-motivation

Travel readiness

Root-cause analysis

Security clearance

Education

BS in Architecture, Project/Construction Management, or related engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project, Visio)

Job description

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. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

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 have a current need for motivated architects/project managers to join our high-performing team in solving some of today's hardest problems and help evolve our capabilities in meet ing the technical challenges of tomorrow. This position requires an innovative but decisive individual who works effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment that can set goals/expectations and effectively execute. We are seeking experienced candidates with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary project teams proficient in all phases of project design and controls, including architectural programming, requirements/ concept design development, construction, operations & maintenance/sustainment .

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

RESPONSIBILITIES [What You'll Be Doing]

• Be self-motivating and able to work without appreciable direction from management with overall responsibility for project engineer and project administrator duties directly relating to each project
• Serve as project leader and coordinator of a team of technical contributors, identifying issues, prioritizing tasks, facilitating communications , and acting as 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 and implement 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 / 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 and pre - conceptual design documentation, budgets , project cost estimates and planning /scheduling documentation to support the facility acquisition/ procurement process
• Employ a rigorous and methodical approach to problem solving and identifying root cause of facility system failures
• Act as mentor to team members, providing orientation, technical guidance, and development insight
• Travel to customer and/or government facilities while representing the company and department in a professional manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Engineering Specialist [ What Y ou N eed to be Successful ]

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in A rchitecture , Project/ Construction Management, or related engineering degree from an accredited school
• A minimum eight ( 8 ) years of experience in facility design , construction , operation , and maintenance , preferably in a US -based Architect-Engineer (A&E) firm
• Registered Architect or Professional E ngineer (PE) license (current)
• D emonstrated experience with the programming, de sign, construction , operation , and maintenance of large multi-site / facility and campus type facilities
• Demonstrated p roject 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 and deliver results within established time boundaries
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Working k n owledge of current commercial building codes and regulations (e.g., IBC , NFPA, etc. )
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or analogous computer-aided drafting programs
• Development of statements of work and p roject cost estimating experience
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project, and Visio
• Ability and willingness to travel (Domestic/International)
• Current TS/ SCI security clearance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED : Senior Engineering Specialist ]: [ What You Need to be Successful]

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Architecture, Project/Construction Management, or related engineering degree from an accredi