Senior Civil Engineer / Facilities Subject Matter Expert

Galapagos Federal Systems

Melbourne, USonsite$150k-$180k/yrPosted Jul 8, 2026
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About the role

Overview:

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC requires a dedicated Civil Engineering and Facilities Support Subject Matter Expert (SME) at Patrick Space Force Base (PSFB) and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) to support the expanding portfolio of advanced space capability programs across the Eastern Range. This position provides critical expertise in civil engineering, facilities planning, and infrastructure coordination to ensure installation and program requirements are effectively integrated throughout the life-cycle of mission-critical projects.

This senior-level role delivers direct, on-site support to the government's program office by providing strategic guidance on facility development, infrastructure investment planning, construction coordination, and program-driven space requirements. The position addresses a critical gap in Florida-based infrastructure support while ensuring continuity of planning and execution as programs transition from development and testing into fielded and operational capabilities at CCSFS and PSFB.

Key Responsibilities

The Civil Engineering & Facilities, SME will:

Serve as the primary Civil Engineering and Facilities Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting the government program office at Patrick Space Force Base (PSFB) and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS)

Provide strategic guidance on facility planning, infrastructure development, and installation support for advanced space capability programs across the Eastern Range

Coordinate with the Civil Engineer Squadron (CES), installation Public Works, and other installation stakeholders on facility requirements, space allocation, real property actions, and infrastructure planning

Support the planning, development, and review of facility investment documentation, including DD Form 1391 project justifications, for Military Construction (MILCON), facility sustainment, restoration, modernization, and renovation projects

Assist with infrastructure planning and facility integration activities supporting launch operations, test events, and mission-critical space systems

Coordinate Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH) requirements associated with facility construction, modification, and operational use

Conduct and support facility condition assessments, site surveys, space utilization studies, and infrastructure evaluations to identify current and future program requirements

Collaborate with Space Systems Command (SSC), installation organizations, and tenant units to resolve shared infrastructure and facility issues impacting supported programs

Track facility projects, infrastructure initiatives, and real property actions, providing regular status updates and recommendations to government leadership

Prepare reports, briefings, and documentation supporting program management, facility planning, infrastructure investments, and executive decision-making

Identify infrastructure risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and ensure facility planning aligns with mission objectives, installation priorities, and program schedules

Support cross-functional coordination between engineering, acquisition, construction, environmental, and operational stakeholders throughout the project life-cycle

Requirements:

Skills and Experience

The Civil Engineering & Facilities, SME must have:

Active DoD Secret security clearance

10+ years of experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Space Force (USSF), U.S. Air Force, or other federal civil engineering, facilities management, military construction, or infrastructure planning programs

Extensive knowledge of Air Force or Space Force Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) processes, facility management, real property administration, and installation support functions

Experience developing, reviewing, or supporting Military Construction (MILCON) documentation, including DD Form 1391 project programming packages

Strong understanding of facility planning, infrastructure investment planning, space utilization, and installation master planning

Experience coordinating with government organizations, installation leadership, engineers, architects, contractors, and program management offices

Direct experience supporting Eastern Range, launch infrastructure, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Patrick Space Force Base, or other mission-critical space facilities is highly preferred

Familiarity with Space Systems Command (SSC), DoD space acquisition programs, and infrastructure supporting space system development, integration, testing, and operations

Knowledge of Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH) requirements as they relate to facility construction and modification projects

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Experience supporting U.S. Space Force, Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Launch Delta 45, or other Eastern Range organizations

Experience with installation planning, facilities sustainment, restoration and modernization (FSRM), or installation development planning

Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), DoD facility planning guidance, and Air Force Civil Engineer policies and procedures

Education and Certifications

The Civil Engineering & Facilities, SME must meet the following:

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or related technical field (advanced degree desirable)

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Posted Salary Range: USD $150,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.

Compensation

This Software Engineer role pays $150k-$180k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in United States.

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