The Aerospace Corporation

Facilities Development Staff

The Aerospace Corporation$84K — $126K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business Administration, or equivalent
  • Associate's degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience
  • 6+ years of progressive facilities management experience can substitute for a degree
  • 3-5 years of experience in facilities or construction management
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple facility functions simultaneously

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate workspace planning and space utilization requests
  • Manage strategic space and relocation planning initiatives
  • Support facilities capital planning and budgeting
  • Oversee construction and renovation project management activities
  • Administer corporate leases and government agreements
  • Ensure compliance with security requirements for classified projects

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
  • 401(k) plan with generous company-paid benefits
  • Professional growth and development programs
  • Relocation assistance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • An inclusive work environment based on teamwork and respect
Full 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 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
  • OR Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience
  • OR 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

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

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include:

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

  • 401(k) Plan 6 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

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other 6the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

About The Aerospace Corporation

The Aerospace Corporation is a nonprofit corporation that operates a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) headquartered in El Segundo, California. The corporation provides technical guidance and advice on all aspects of space missions to military, civil, and commercial customers. Aerospace also designs and develops spacecraft, sensors, and other systems in support of national security, civil, and commercial customers. The corporation has more than 4,000 employees and operates a number of laboratories and test facilities across the United States.
Learn more about The Aerospace Corporation
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1960

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