Remote Architect - Govt Facilities & Space Planning

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Architect to join the NISC IV team, delivering space planning and architectural design for FAA facilities within the ESA. The role is fully remote for eastern US residents, with up to 25% travel.

You will lead multi-discipline coordination, ensure NFPA 101 and ADA compliance, and produce construction drawings across design phases. Strong emphasis on regulatory adherence and public-sector project experience is required.

Qualifications

• Architecture degree from an accredited college/university.
• 8+ years of design experience with commercial, industrial and/or government facilities.
• Experience evaluating building enclosures including roofing and below-grade waterproofing.
• Experience including design, failure analysis and Enclosure Commissioning activities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Suitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead space planning and architectural design for government and institutional facilities, ensuring layouts meet FAA regulations and efficiently accommodate functional requirements.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction drawings that incorporate NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and applicable accessibility standards (e.g., ADA).
• Coordinate with civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and specialty consultants to integrate architectural layouts and systems within complex, multi-discipline projects.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local building codes, accessibility requirements, and agency-specific design criteria for public-sector facilities.
• Conduct detailed space programming, circulation analysis, and occupant load planning to optimize functionality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Use specialized architectural and design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, and BIM coordination tools) to develop floor plans, 3D models, and visualizations.
• Utilize cost estimating and quantity takeoff tools (e.g., RSMeans, Bluebeam, BIM-based takeoffs) to support budgeting, value engineering, and public funding approvals.
• Support construction administration through submittal reviews, RFIs, site observations, code compliance verification, and design clarifications to ensure construction aligns with NFPA 101, accessibility, and GSA requirements.

Skills

Space planning

Design collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Facility programming

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

BIM coordination tools

Job description

Leidos is seeking an Architect to join the NISC IV team, delivering space planning and architectural design for FAA facilities within the ESA. The role is fully remote for eastern US residents, with up to 25% travel.

You will lead multi-discipline coordination, ensure NFPA 101 and ADA compliance, and produce construction drawings across design phases. Strong emphasis on regulatory adherence and public-sector project experience is required.