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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Facilities Manager - SME

Full-TimeDeadline 10/6/27
$85k - $95k
Mid, Senior
Dahlgren, VA, USA
In Person
Facilities OperationsFacilities Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Must currently hold an active Department of Defense-issued Interim Secret or higher security clearance.
  • Have four years of experience serving as a subject matter expert in analytical techniques used to develop facilities recommendations, management studies, or space planning.
  • Be able to prepare written reports, technical documentation, and oral presentations related to facilities and space management.
  • Demonstrate the ability to advise on facilities topics and represent a large research, development, test, and evaluation organization on facilities matters.
  • Have working knowledge of Navy Working Capital Fund principles.
  • Have expert knowledge of Navy facilities and space management regulations, policies, practices, and procedures.
  • Have broad knowledge of Navy public works services sufficient to analyze services, costs, constraints, and alternative courses of action.
  • Be able to develop facilities requirements and cost analyses within a research, development, test, and evaluation environment.
  • Have knowledge of facilities and space management automated tools, such as FDMS, FSRM, MAXIMO, and iNFADS.
  • Be able to conduct indoor and outdoor facility tours in various weather conditions for assessment purposes.
  • Be highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
  • Have strong analytical and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in facilities planning, space management strategies, and Basic Facilities Requirements.
  • Provide expertise in the Facilities Data Management System, Facilities Service Request Module, Personnel Locator System, Internet Navy Facilities Assets Data Store, and NAVFAC’s MAXIMO system.
  • Act as database administrator for FDMS and FSRM, ensuring accurate data entry, maintenance, and system integrity.
  • Provide administrative and technical assistance in support of the Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization program, including tracking project progress, coordinating funding, and supporting issue resolution.
  • Plan, coordinate, and facilitate Infrastructure Board meetings, including scheduling, preparing materials, recording decisions, and managing follow-up actions.
  • Schedule and coordinate Facilities Tactical Group activities, including planning meetings, facility inspections, walkthroughs, and observations.
  • Serve as NSWCDD’s subject matter expert for space management and utilization data, providing analysis, problem resolution, and customer support to technical and operational stakeholders.
  • Lead and coordinate the annual NSWCDD SRM project selection and ranking process.
  • Track the progress of approved SRM projects, identify issues, coordinate resolution, and ensure alignment with NSWCDD, NAVFAC, NAVSEA, and NSASP requirements.
  • Represent NSWCDD in facilities and space management matters, collaborating with facility sponsors, NAVFAC, and internal leadership.
Desired Qualifications
  • Have experience supporting NAVFAC or Navy facilities programs.
  • Be familiar with Infrastructure Board or Facilities Tactical Group processes.
  • Have experience managing SRM or capital planning projects.
  • Have prior experience working with Navy ERP, WCF-funded organizations, or research, development, test, and evaluation environments.

About the company

Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Akima subsidiaries won MDA SHIELD positions on March 16, 2026.
  • Akima Data Management won FDA DevSecOps support worth $4.6 million in April 2026.
  • Akima’s 2025 Washington Technology rank improved to 31, signaling stronger scale.

What critics are saying

  • Akima faces dependence on federal spending and procurement timing across U.S. agencies.
  • Arevalo v. Akima, LLC reached the Fourth Circuit in July 2026.
  • Pinnacle Solutions' GSA schedule ends August 8, 2026, threatening recompete disruption.

What makes Akima unique

  • NANA-owned Alaska Native Corporation status helps Akima win set-aside federal work.
  • Akima spans facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, and construction.
  • Pinnacle Solutions adds Air Force training and sustainment depth after April 2023 acquisition.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match

Company News

PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
Akima appoints Michael Teegardin as VP of marketing and communications

Akima, a federal government solutions provider with over 11,000 employees, has appointed Michael Teegardin as Vice President of Marketing & Communications. Teegardin will lead the company's brand, marketing, and communications strategy across the enterprise. Teegardin brings more than 20 years of experience advising senior leadership in the defence, aerospace, and federal services sectors. He most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at ASRC Federal, where he established the enterprise marketing function and led the company's rebranding. Previously, Teegardin held communications positions at BAE Systems and Weber Shandwick. A US Army veteran, he served as an intelligence analyst during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He holds a Master of Science in Communication from Purdue University. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation.

PR Newswire
Feb 19th, 2026
Akima appoints Lauren Cates as VP of business development for Emerging Markets Group

Akima, a federal government solutions provider, has appointed Lauren Cates as vice president of business development for its Emerging Markets Group. Cates will lead growth strategy and expand the company's presence in delivering mission-critical technologies to government and military customers. Cates brings over 15 years of federal contracting experience. She previously led Indigo IT's growth team, securing major contracts in cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise IT services, and spent more than a decade with Bowhead Family of Companies managing billion-dollar pipelines. Akima, a subsidiary of Alaska Native Corporation NANA, employs over 11,000 people and delivers solutions across IT, logistics, aerospace and construction. The company ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2026
Akima appoints Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer to drive operational excellence

Akima, a federal government contractor, has appointed Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer. Lopez will report to president and CEO Bill Monet and oversee operational excellence and customer delivery. Lopez brings over 30 years of experience in government and commercial sectors. Most recently, he served as president and chief growth officer at Belcan, a Cognizant company, where he led the integration of a $20 billion enterprise. Previously, he headed ManTech's Advanced Research Technology Business Unit. A former US Navy officer and pilot, Lopez commanded an elite strike/fighter squadron. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, employing 11,000 people and delivering solutions in IT, aerospace, construction and other areas. The company ranked 31st on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

WashingtonExec
Apr 12th, 2023
Akima Buys Pinnacle Solutions | WashingtonExec

Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense