Facilities Development Staff

The Aerospace Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care and wellness

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Relocation assistance

Education assistance programs

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in Colorado Springs is seeking a Facilities Development Specialist/Staff III to lead workspace planning, design and engineering, real estate, construction, and secure operations at the site.

You will coordinate with architects and contractors, manage space utilization, oversee construction projects, leases and FUAs, and ensure security compliance while supporting business continuity and budget processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field with relevant experience.
• Progressive facilities management experience with multiple facility functions.
• Experience with workspace planning and space utilization, vendor/contractor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workspace planning and SURF requests for the Colorado Springs site.
• Oversee facilities design, engineering, and construction coordination with architects and project teams.
• Administer leases and real estate agreements, FUAs, and space renewals/modifications.
• Manage contractor relationships (construction, mechanical, electrical) and ensure project timelines.
• Support secure operations, including space escorts and compliance with security requirements.

Skills

Facilities management

Project coordination

Space planning

Budgeting

Security coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business Administration, or related field

Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience

6+ years of progressive facilities management experience

Job description

Facilities Development Staff III Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Position Summary The Facilities Development Specialist/Staff serves as the primary point of contact for all facilities-related operations at the Colorado Springs location, supporting the full spectrum of facilities planning, design & engineering, real estate, construction, and secure operations functions. This role requires a versatile professional who can manage multiple facility disciplines and coordinate with the Facilities Development Directorate to ensure seamless execution of workspace planning, construction projects, real estate agreements, and operational support.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Planning

• Coordinate workspace planning and space utilization requests (SURF) for the Colorado Springs site
• Manage strategic space and relocation planning initiatives
• Support facilities capital planning and budgeting processes
• Ensure business continuity considerations in all facility decisions
• Maintain accurate space allocation records and utilization metrics

Facilities Design & Engineering and Construction

• Serve as liaison with architects, design firms, and project engineering teams
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering requirements
• Oversee construction and renovation project management activities
• Review design and constructability plans for site-specific projects
• Manage relationships with low-voltage contractors and corporate furniture vendors

Real Estate & Agreements

• Administer corporate leases and government co-location agreements
• Manage Facilities Use Agreements (FUAs) for the location
• Coordinate lease renewals, modifications, and space requirements
• Ensure compliance with real estate policies and procedures

Builder Operations & Construction Management

• Oversee construction and renovation project execution
• Manage relationships with construction contractors, mechanical contractors, and electrical contractors
• Coordinate with low-voltage contractors for technology infrastructure
• Conduct design and constructability reviews
• Ensure quality control and project timeline adherence

Secure Operations Support

• Support classified workspace planning and coordination
• Manage space escort requirements and facility coordination for secure areas
• Ensure compliance with security requirements for classified projects
• Coordinate with security teams on facility access and modifications

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business Administration, or related field
• Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience
• 6+ years of progressive facilities management experience

Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in facilities management, construction management, or related field
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple facility functions simultaneously
• Experience with workspace planning and space utilization
• Project management experience, including vendor and contractor coordination

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $84,600.00 - $126,900.00 Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

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

Ways We Reward Our Employees

• 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

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [e-mail] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Right Place

The Aerospace Corporation has over 26 locations nationwide, which allows us to build a workforce that will nurture the best ideas, and generate the most novel innovations and solutions to our nation’s toughest space enterprise challenges.

Right Path

Aerospace covers all stages of the space lifecycle, from concept to operations. We believe our people are our most valuable resource and that’s why we propel our employees forward in their careers through ongoing education, training, and professional development.

Right Purpose

We can all serve a mission much greater than ourselves, and at Aerospace that is exactly what we do. By hiring the industry’s most preeminent scientists and engineers, Aerospace advances emerging technologies that protect some of the most critical missions on Earth and above it.

Security Clearance

Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for those positions.

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