HVAC Engineer

OverviewHVAC EngineerLOCATION: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CAJOB STATUS: Full-timeCLEARANCE: NoneCERTIFICATION: TRAVEL: As NeededSALARY: $140,000 – $160,000Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Heating, Ventilations, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Engineer located at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, CA. The HVAC Engineer serves as the primary Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Lifecycle Planner for all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems at NASA Ames Research Center. This role focuses on Quality Assurance (QA), Contract Oversight, and Long-Range Capital Planning to support infrastructure modernization and operational readiness in support of NASA Missions and Projects.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLSBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) or relevant technical field with 5–10 years experience in commercial/industrial HVAC systems, or In lieu of a formal degree, 12+ years of specialized, hands-on experience in the operation, maintenance, and technical oversight of large-scale mechanical systemsExperience and working knowledge of ASHRAE Standards (including 62.1 and 90.1), California Title 24 (or applicable state/federal energy codes), EPA refrigerant management regulations (Section 608), and OSHA safety standards.Flexible in adapting to deadlines, changing schedules, competing priorities, and unpredictable eventsThorough, detail oriented, and organized, with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize tasksFamiliar with and able to present data and recommendations to a diverse audience of project managers, engineers, technical staff, and contractorsSuperb verbal and written communication skillsSelf-motivated and independent thinkerPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS NASA, federal, state, or local government facility and/or large scale infrastructure experience highly desiredKnowledge and experience working within Federal and California facilities infrastructure (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems) a benefitExperience with aerospace facilities and infrastructure an advantageExceptional customer relationship management highly desirable You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what is outlined, but if you think you can bring HVAC value we encourage you to applyRESPONSIBILITIESDevelop a 5-to-10-year master plan for HVAC infrastructure including modernization strategies and cost-benefit analysesProvide deep technical expertise to verify compliance with federal and state mandatesEnsure all work and facility modifications strictly adhere to ASHRAE Standards (including 62.1 and 90.1), California Title 24 (or applicable state/federal energy codes), EPA refrigerant management regulations (Section 608), and OSHA safety standardsProvide technical requirements for equipment replacement Write detailed technical requirements for emergency repairsLead root-cause analyses for major equipment failures and implement mitigation and maintenance strategiesPerform design review and evaluate engineering drawings and modelingSupport technical reviews of any equipment replacement RFI’s/quotes to ensure compliance with the technical requirementsIdentify, communicate, and deconflict tasks, deliverables and project impactsWorking with the project managers and technical staff to forecast, plan, and track project performanceInterface with Government, contractors, and project partner staff for tasks, updates, and statusResponsible for monthly, annual, and project milestone review assessments and reports#CJ#LI-AD1