Facilities Project Engineer

Job Description:

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is seeking to hire a temporary Facilities Project Engineer to provide onsite support for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) Facilities Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations (FEMO) contract located on Edwards Air Force Base, CA. The duties of the FEMO is to modify, maintain, and operate AFRC facilities and infrastructure in support of changing mission requirements, while minimizing adverse impact to research operations and employees; complying with Federal, State, local, and NASA regulations and requirements. This position is not remote or hybrid eligible, employee will report on-site. Candidates must possess a degree in engineering or related sciences.  

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $114,816 Annual Salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications. US citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.

This position is temporary and not to exceed 1 year.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and review statements of work (SoW), performance work statements (PWSs), Preliminary Engineering Reports (PER), specifications, cost estimates, schedules.

• Performing timely reviews of design drawings and specifications to verify technical accuracy and contract compliance.
• Update configuration-controlled drawings and BIM models in AutoCAD/Revit.
• Maintain Maximo CMMS data including PMs, assets, and work orders.
• Participate in project meetings and prepare status briefings.
• Ensure compliance with IBC, NFPA, UFGS, OSHA, NASA NPRs or similar specifications.
• Develop project‑specific construction specifications in SpecsIntact or similar tools.
• Use ArcGIS to create updated facility maps showing utilities, space use, and project sites, etc.
• Coordinate design reviews in Bluebeam to manage progress of projects.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher, in Mechanical Engineering or related science and have a minimum of 1 year of construction management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• VDC - Virtual Design & Construction
• Experience supporting NASA, DOD, or federal facility programs.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revue.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Maximo CMMS, and ArcGIS.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Must be multi-task oriented, and capable of prioritizing project schedules to perform inspections.
• Must be detail oriented. 
• Must be able to work with a team of technicians and engineers to support best practices to accomplish specific mission requirements.
• Must understand mechanical, structural and electrical drawings and schematics
• Needs to have clear, concise, and accurate communication skills (both oral and written) particularly with other technicians and engineers.
• Need to work well with, co-operate with, and support clients, supervisors, and co-workers
• Able to work in a dynamic and multi-task environment by prioritizing and coordinating task/project schedules.
• Follow safe practices in OSHA standards.  
• May be required to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to inspect and survey construction sites, climb ladders, and enter confined spaces.
• Ability to work indoors/outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
• Able to work extended hours at a computer or desk (considerations: sitting, eye strain, and hand strain)

Work Schedule

• Must work onsite core hours of 8:00 AM–3:00 PM, but actual start times may vary, depending on workload."
• This position may require working weekends or non-standard shifts. Flexibility is required based upon workload.

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

AMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.