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# Engineer- Programming & Design/ Portfolio Optimization

- **Company:** Objective Area Solutions, LLC
- **Location:** Glendale, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $103,000.0 - $134,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Microsoft Office, Data Management
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us106a19335b65cba5866279f19441c7c9

## About the Role

schedules.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.ORCombination of education and specialized experience totaling at least eight (8) years supporting facility planning, programming, engineering design, project development, or cost estimating.Demonstrated experience supporting facility, infrastructure, or utility projects throughout planning and design phases.Experience preparing cost estimates using:PACESRSMeansCSI Division-based estimating methodologiesProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite:WordExcelPowerPointOutlookStrong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Ability to obtain and maintain:T1 (NACI) background investigationGovernment Common Access Card (CAC)Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is not required.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting U.S. Air Force Civil Engineering organizations.Knowledge of military
installation planning and programming processes.Experience developing:DD Form 1391AF Form 813Programming documentationProject charrettesPCR Level II packagesFamiliarity with:Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)AFMAN 32-1084Comprehensive Planning Platform (CPP)Experience with:NEXGEN ITIndependent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE)Building Life Cycle Cost (BLCC) analysesExperience supporting Department of Defense facilities, infrastructure, or military construction programs.Location: Onsite at Luke AFB, Glendale, AZ (applicant must reside within the daily commuting distance of Luke AFB at the time of hire)Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary Range: $103,000 - $134,000Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. FAA PIV card and access to Sensitive Unclassified Information (SUI) required. Objective Area Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

## Description

and design, support installation development planning efforts, prepare engineering analyses and cost estimates, and provide technical recommendations that support informed government decision-making.This role requires strong experience in facility planning, engineering analyses, project programming, cost estimating, and stakeholder engagement across a complex military installation environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Programming & DevelopmentManage assigned projects throughout the planning, programming, and design lifecycle.Evaluate customer requirements and develop them into fully programmed projects for Air Force approval.Conduct project scoping activities and facilitate planning charrettes with stakeholders.Develop project documentation, including:DD Form 1391AF Form 813Programming packagesExecutive briefings and supporting documentationPerform facility and utility subsystem assessments using established Air Force scoring criteria.Develop Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost
estimates utilizing the Parametric Cost Engineering System (PACES).Prepare planning charrette reports, economic analyses, and preliminary engineering calculations.Coordinate with engineering subject matter experts across multiple disciplines to support project development.Engineering Design SupportTranslate approved projects into Architect-Engineer (A-E) Statements of Work.Support project managers through design development and review activities.Develop detailed line-item cost estimates using:PACESRSMeansConstruction Specifications Institute (CSI) divisionsReview design documentation and provide engineering recommendations throughout project execution.Installation Planning & Portfolio OptimizationAnalyze facility utilization and evaluate current and future space requirements.Support implementation and maintenance of the Luke AFB Installation Development Plan (IDP).Develop recommendations that optimize installation infrastructure and real property utilization.Assist with:Area Development
PlansCommunity planning initiativesSite development strategiesSpace utilization studiesDevelop documentation supporting facility assignments, relocations, and future development requirements.Tailor Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) for local installation requirements.Support installation energy program reporting and data analysis activities.General Engineering SupportFacilitate project meetings and stakeholder working groups.Develop meeting agendas, document action items, prepare minutes, and track follow-up actions.Prepare Weekly Activity Reports (WARs) summarizing:AccomplishmentsOngoing activitiesRisks and mitigation strategiesPlanned work effortsProject status updatesDevelop engineering studies, technical evaluations, and cost analyses for complex facility and utility projects.Participate in design reviews and project status briefings.Review engineering submittals and provide technical compliance recommendations.Review design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for
compliance with:Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)Building codesAir Force standardsApplicable engineering criteriaConduct Building Life Cycle Cost (BLCC) and energy payback analyses.Develop conceptual designs, technical specifications, statements of work, schedules, and design support documents.Support asset management and sustainment planning activities for installation infrastructure systems.Acquisition & Program SupportSupport acquisition planning and procurement management efforts.Develop acquisition documentation, including:Statements of Work (SOW)Performance Work Statements (PWS)Statements of Objectives (SOO)Market Research ReportsDeterminations and FindingsConduct vendor analysis and acquisition support activities.Prepare Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and lifecycle cost analyses.Develop cost-estimating metrics and performance tracking tools.Support reporting and data management activities within the NEXGEN IT system.Monitor acquisition milestones and procurement


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