Engineering Jobs in Triangle, VA

Position Overview

Potomac Architectural Millwork is seeking an experienced Millwork Estimator to join our team in Woodbridge, Virginia. This position is responsible for the development, accuracy, and management of project estimates and quotations for custom architectural millwork projects.

The Estimator plays a critical role in securing profitable contracts while ensuring alignment between sales, production, and project management teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and interpret Request for Quotes (RFQs) from clients, contractors, and project managers.
• Analyze architectural drawings, specifications, and bid documents to define scope of work.
• Prepare accurate and timely cost estimates using company pricing standards and margin guidelines.
• Perform detailed material takeoffs and quantify labor requirements.
• Prepare and submit vendor RFQs for specialty materials, hardware, and outsourced components.
• Develop comprehensive quote packages including pricing breakdowns, clarifications, and scope narratives.
• Provide value engineering recommendations when applicable.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and project management to confirm feasibility and constructability.
• Maintain accurate records of all estimates within company systems.
• Participate in project handoff meetings upon award.
• Support continuous improvement of estimating procedures and pricing databases.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of continuous experience in commercial architectural millwork estimating.
• Strong understanding of high-end custom millwork including:
• Casework
• Running trim
• Wall & ceiling treatments
• Reception desks
• Integrated materials (metal, glass, stone, solid surface, laminates, custom finishes)
• Proficiency in:
• Microsoft Excel
• Bluebeam
• On-Screen Takeoff (OST) or similar software
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and shop drawings.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical ability.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or trade education in architectural drafting, construction management, or related field.
• Experience in custom commercial woodworking manufacturing environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, insurance options
• 401(k) plan
• Collaborative team-oriented work environment

About Potomac Architectural Millwork

• Potomac Architectural Millwork specializes in high-end commercial architectural millwork throughout the DC Metro region. We are committed to craftsmanship, precision, and delivering turnkey custom millwork solutions for multifamily, corporate, hospitality, and retail projects.

Air Solution Mechanical Services delivers comprehensive heating and air conditioning solutions for commercial and residential clients across the Washington DC area. We specialize in helping businesses enhance energy efficiency, reduce costs, and improve indoor air quality for employees. Our experienced team focuses on system design and installation, maintenance, repair, testing, and analysis of HVAC systems tailored to meet the specific needs of commercial and industrial clients. We are committed to delivering excellent service, ensuring comfort, and maintaining high standards of performance for all our projects.

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Woodbridge, VA, for a Construction Assistant Project Manager. The selected candidate will be responsible for assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects. Daily tasks include supporting the project management team, monitoring project timelines, managing budgets, scheduling, and ensuring all work adheres to safety and compliance standards. The role requires active communication with team members, clients, and contractors to ensure efficient project delivery and satisfaction.

• Strong skills in Project Management and Construction Project Management
• Experience in Project Coordination and Construction Management
• Knowledge of Budgeting and resource allocation in construction projects
• Effective organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and collaborative abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred
• Prior experience in construction or HVAC projects will be advantageous

PilotCBP Air Interdiction Agent

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America.

If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY!

DONT FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW!

Duty Locations

Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following:

Southeast Region:Homestead, FL and CAMB:Aguadilla, PR

Southwest Region: Tucson and Yuma, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, Laredo, and McAllen, TX

NASOC UAS locations:Sierra Vista, AZ; San Angelo, TX

Duties and Responsibilities

As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include:

• Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels.
• Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities.
• Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence.
• Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.

Salary and Benefits

Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $85,270 to - $110,846 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below).

Recruitment Incentive:New hires may be eligible to receive a one-time Recruitment Incentive payout of $10,000 after completing Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) (1 year service agreement will need to be completed) (Recruitment Incentive is only available to new Federal employees as described in 5 CFR 575.102. Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.)

Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive.

This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval).

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,918

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071

Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR).

• GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906
• GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305
• GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302

Retention Incentive: Retention Incentive is contingent on eligibility. Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.

• RI: Retention Incentive (25% for UAS Sites, Sierra Vista, AZ, Grand Forks, ND, San Angelo, TX)

• RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Key West, FL)

RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB) and subordinate locations)

Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Qualifications

Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as:

• Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed.
• Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations.
• Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets.
• Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information.
• Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot.

Hiring Minimums:

Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings:

• Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.
• Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument.
• Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.
• Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot).

Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours.

250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025.

FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position.

Apply at 750 hours total time: Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 4, 2026)

UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the ""Total flight time"" 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification.

Other Requirements

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the ""day before an individual's 37th birthday"" is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement.

NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position.

Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312. You must submit proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) at the time of application.

Training:This position has a training requirement. You may be required to successfully complete the training requirement as a condition of employment. Failure to successfully complete the required course(s) of training in accordance with CBP standards and policies will result in placement into either a former or different position, demotion, or separation as determined by management and appropriate procedures.

Travel Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on operational needs.

How to Apply

There Are Three Ways to Apply to Become an Air Interdiction Agent:

• Fill out theAir Interdiction Agent applicant checklistand email it to a recruiter at along with a copy of your resume; OR

• Apply onUSAJOBS;OR

• Apply onAirline Apps.

Stay Updated Opt into CBPs talent repository (highly recommended) by selecting the Contact a Recruiter button. For Position of Interest select Air and Marine Operations, Air Interdiction Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions. Youll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP.

• Government & Military

Role: Provide on-site operational United States Marine Corps (USMC) and Navy Command and Control (C2)/command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence (C4I) systems experience to work Naval integration issues related to Marine Corps and Navy C4I assets aboard amphibious warfare ships and alternate/auxiliary platforms and to provide technical and program support to Maritime Expeditionary Warfare (MExW), Deputy Commandant, Combat Development & Integration (DC, CD&I), located at Quantico, VA.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Drawing upon Naval networks experience in Joint and Naval mission accomplishment, conduct analysis of and develop documentation on naval network systems. Support the analysis of amphibious C4I system requirements, integration, and capability development. Support USMC interests through the participation in Service, Naval, and Joint level working groups, exercises, and wargames as a C2/C4I Naval networks expert.
• Support various networking projects and tasks including architecture and design analysis, systems engineering, C4I systems integration, test planning, and testing and documentation of military networking systems.
• Support USMC interests with various International, National, DoD, Joint, and Navy stakeholders that develop C4I Systems Requirements policy.
• Assist in creating an integrated amphibious C4I architecture for Marine Littoral Regiment, Marine Expeditionary Unit, Marine Expeditionary Brigade, and Marine Expeditionary Force that allows for configuration and baseline control of deployed operational nodes and systems.
• Support Marine Corps led engineering and information technology services focused on solutions and customer-centric support to missions and support systems. Provide expertise in the design, analysis, engineering, implementation, and/or operation of Naval network systems.
• Perform document analysis, requirements parsing, taxonomy alignment, reports generation, abstraction outline, and capability set mapping that will further enable analysis of highly complex business problems to be solved with automated systems.
• Analyze system interface problems, data definitions, and user interface design issues to include a variety of detailed systems factors; input/output requirements, information flow, hardware and software requirements, and reliability characteristics.
• Maintain mapping of USMC, United States Navy and Joint Systems to Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Afloat required capabilities in support of drafting the annual Afloat MAGTF C4I Required Capabilities (AMC4RC) Letter.
• Draft and present reports, studies, formal briefings, and business cases analyses (requirements) as required. Participate in the drafting and editing of the AMC4RC Letter in accordance with Department of Defense documentation standards and Marine Corps style guides.
• Conduct gap reviews, reconciliation, attend meetings, draft summary with key points, decisions made, and issues of contention noted.
• Recommends system support requirements to include monitoring, capacity, staffing and patching/updating.
• Analyzes and resolves program support deficiencies.

Supplementary/Administrative Duties:

• Assist in responding to specific technical tasks assigned to MExW in the Enterprise Task Management Software Solution / Task Management Tool.
• Prepare meeting minutes and deliver to Branch Head.
• Prepare and submit monthly accomplishment reports to the Project Manager.
• Prepare and submit travel requests, reimbursement forms and trip reports as necessary.
• Complete required annual government contractor training.
• Assist in publishing the Maritime Expeditionary Warfare Annual Report.

Skills/Qualifications and Certification:

• Capable of working efficiently within a military staff environment that requires coordination at the Navy & Marine Corps service and Joint Staff levels.
• Possess knowledge of architectures of existing Naval networks & systems.
• Certified at Information Assurance Management Level 1 (i.e., Certified Authorization Professional, Certified Network Defender, Computing Technology Industry Association: Cloud+, Security+).
• The candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, communications, and presentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Education/Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in Information Systems Management or related field, and at least four years of relevant experience is required. In lieu of a degree, six years of substantive, relevant experience is applicable. Experience is a higher-level discriminator over educational achievements.
• The candidate must have advanced knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures used in naval network systems engineering, analysis, and design. The candidate will provide technical expertise and lead the analysis of highly complex systems - working with acquisition professionals and operational forces to develop system requirements, resolve interface and performance issues, and develop / evaluate new systems that are cost effective and meet user requirements.
• The candidate must have a solid knowledge of Marine Corps and Navy organizational structures and functions.

Experience:

• Possess experience in applying technical expertise and understanding of Navy and/or Marine Corps tactical networks with specific emphasis on afloat networks’ design, development, integration, and installation.
• Possess experience and understanding of Cisco routing & switching, to include fundamentals of routing & switching, routing protocols, Virtual Local Area Networks, subnetting, etc.
• Possess solid understanding and experience with Microsoft Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, Active Directory, and Domain Name System.
• Possess experience with Host Based Security System, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution, and Navy and/or other Marine Corps tactical applications.
• Possess an understanding of and experience with tactical radio and satellite communications connections to Wide Area Network/Local Area Network.
• Possess an understanding of and experience with Cloud (i.e., Amazon Web Service, Azure) and/or Hybrid networks.

Location: The primary workplace will be the Marine Corps Combat Development Command, General Raymond G. Davis Center (Bldg. 3300), 3300 Russell Rd, Quantico, VA 22134.

Work Environment:

• On-site Office Environment, amongst mixed military/civilian/contractor personnel.
• Employees will be exposed to a wide variety of people with differing functions, personalities, and abilities.

Physical Demands:

• Work is generally sedentary; there could be a requirement to assist in moving and repositioning computer systems, servers, and other office equipment weighing no more than 50 pounds per person (e.g., two-man lift 100 lbs.).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule: Full Time/40 hours per week. Mon-Fri/8 hours a day. Normal working hours are 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (0800 – 1600).

License and Other Requirements:

• Hold a valid US Driver’s License, with ability to operate private, and commercial owned motor vehicles (Rental), as required for commuting and travel.
• Must be able to obtain a contractor's common access card, which will stand as identification for instructors and will enable them to access government owned computer equipment and Non-secure Internet Protocol

Salary and Benefits: As stated during the interview/hiring process.

Security Clearance: Possess an active U.S. Secret level security clearance. As required, obtain a Secure Internet Protocol (SIPR) access token for access to government SIPR computers terminals.

Travel: Travel to other government and/or contractor facilities, and/or ships may be required. Travel may be required on weekends and could include CONUS and OCONUS locations. The exact dates and duration of travel will vary dependent upon location and requirements of individual events to include planning, attendance at meetings, conferences, and/or wargames.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.