Architect/Project Manager

The Aerospace Corporation

Architect/Project Manager managing project teams in facility design and construction for Aerospace Corporation. Solving complex problems in support of space enterprise initiatives.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,800 - $181,100 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Architecture, Project/Construction Management, or related engineering degree from an accredited school
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 Engineer (PE) license (current)
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 and deliver results within established time boundaries
Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills
Working knowledge 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 project cost estimating experience
Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project, and Visio
Ability and willingness to travel (Domestic/International)
Current TS/SCI security clearance or ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

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Hard Skills & Tools

facility designconstruction managementproject managementdata analysisdesign criteria developmentcost estimatingproblem solvingtechnical report writingmulti-discipline team leadershipanalytical techniques

Soft Skills

self-motivatingtime managementinterpersonal skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationmentoringteam coordinationtask prioritizationprofessional representationorientation and guidance

Certifications

Bachelor of Science (BS) degreeRegistered ArchitectProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseTS/SCI security clearance