Electrical Designer (NASA Langley Research Center) in Hampton, Virginia at Genex Systems

About Genex Systems

Genex Systems is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in Newport News, VA. Founded in 2000 at NASA Langley Research Center, Genex has spent 25+ years delivering scientific research and engineering, information technology, and mission support services across the federal government. Our track record is defined by high quality, cost-effective, and timely performance across numerous contracts, earning exceptional CPARS ratings and commendations.

About the Work
NASA Langley sits on 764 acres in Hampton, Virginia, and is home to roughly 3,400 civil servants and contractors working on aviation, atmospheric science, and space exploration. The Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering II (CMOE II) contract keeps that campus running. It supports wind tunnels, laboratories, and research utilities, along with engineering design, construction, and facility modernization projects. You'll join the Electrical Engineering team and report directly to the Electrical Engineering Project Manager.

What You'll Do

• Lead design and drafting for electrical projects of moderate scope, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, telephone/communications, controls schematics, and interconnection and wiring diagrams.
• Develop design concepts and layouts, and run the engineering calculations needed to size and select equipment and materials.
• Plan the drafting work for each project, build drawing lists, and coordinate with engineers, detailers, and checkers.
• Produce complex drawings in AutoCAD and Revit from furnished or self-generated sketches and computations.
• Check drawings for accuracy against company and NASA drafting standards and specifications, and confirm designs are feasible and meet spec.
• Prepare design and construction estimates, consult with manufacturers, evaluate materials, and write or edit specifications.
• Help maintain drafting standards and mentor newer drafting staff.
• Visit facilities and test sites (about 10% of your time) to verify field conditions.

What You'll Need (Required)

• U.S. citizenship.
• Four years of related engineering experience with expertise in formulating data for presentation. (Additional relevant education can substitute for part of this.)
• Strong working proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (2024 or newer).
• Hands-on experience with electrical power and controls design in facilities and utilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication, including presenting technical information with visual aids.
• A valid driver's license and REAL ID-compliant identification (see accepted documents).
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance or badge (see Additional Requirements).

Nice to Have (Preferred)

• Two years of college coursework in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience leading or checking the work of other drafters.
• Background in government, research, or industrial facility projects.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $28.34 to $47.67 per hour

This range is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay depends on responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and law.

Genex Systems offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer-paid life insurance and dependent life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid federal holidays
• Tuition assistance programs

This position is covered by the Service Contract Act (SCA). In addition to your base rate, you may receive an hourly health and welfare payment to meet SCA minimums. The amount depends on the fringe benefits you choose.

Location & Work Arrangement

Location: On-site at NASA Langley Research Center, Hampton, Virginia.

Environment: About 90% office and about 10% in test or industrial areas, with travel between facilities and test sites.

Schedule: Full-time. Overtime or work outside the normal schedule is occasionally required (less than 20% of the time).

Additional Information

Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required.

Clearance/badging: You must be able to pass a background investigation as well as a drug screening prior to employment.

Identification: REAL ID-compliant identification is required for all NASA visitors and badge holders.

Driving: A valid driver's license is required.

Physical requirements:

o Enter confined spaces and crawl into or onto assemblies.

o Walk, stand, bend, twist, and sit for extended periods; climb and crawl.

o Lift up to 35 lbs.

o In test or industrial areas, possible exposure to high noise, hazardous chemicals, propellants, and explosives. PPE and training are provided.

Safety: You'll follow all safety policies and complete a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task before starting it.

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate’s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Genex Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Genex Systems does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.