Space Utilization Planner

Engineering/Base Ops Capital Projects

Asset Management

Regular, Full Time

Exempt

A07 (AA0706)

$70,000 - $95,000 / year

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Space Utilization Planner, supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee. The person in this role will be a member of an integrated team responsible for a key role in supporting national defense through ground testing of air and space systems in the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

Space Utilization Planner

Arnold AFB, TN

In this role, you will transform creative interior concepts, hand‑drafted schematics, and raw site measurements into precise, professional 2D CAD floor plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans (RCPs), and millwork details. The ideal candidate has an expert eye for spatial flow, furniture clearance, and understands applicable accessibility standards, local building codes, and technical drafting standards.

• Works closely with AF Facility Space Planning
• Visit project sites to conduct physical field measurements and document existing structural conditions
• Analyze interior spaces to maximize functionality, circulation, and user flow
• Apply industry standards for furniture clearances, accessibility (Americans with Disabilities Act), and local building codes
• Draft detailed floor plans, furniture layouts, elevations, millwork, and electrical/lighting configurations
• Coordinate closely with interior designers, architects, and project managers to ensure design integrity is maintained throughout the technical drafting phase
• Format and compile final drawing sets for client presentations, contractor bidding, and permitting
• Convert physical site dimensions into accurate "As-Built" digital drawings
• Create Reflected Ceiling Plans (RCPs) and detailed finish schedules
• It is a condition of employment to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy
• Perform other duties as required

• Technical certification in a relevant field (e.g., Drafting, ADDA, etc.)
• 2 years’ professional drafting or interior design experience in architecture, interior design, or a design-build firm
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network
• Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC

• Senior degree in Interior Design, Drafting, Architecture, or a related technical field
• 3 years of professional drafting or interior design experience with AutoCAD (2D) and/or Revit
• Deep understanding of architectural drafting conventions, line weights, dimensioning, and scale
• Familiarity with residential/commercial building codes, life safety guidelines, and ADA requirements
• Ability to resolve spatial conflicts (e.g., HVAC ducting vs. ceiling heights or door swings)
• Capable of managing drafting timelines across multiple active projects simultaneously
• Strong portfolio demonstrating clean CAD standards, organized layers, and cohesive interior drafting packages

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

U.S. Citizenship is required. At this time BNH will not sponsor any applicants for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are $70,000 - $95,000 / year at location TN.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.