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Engineering for National Security: Federal, Defense & Intelligence
RSP Engineers for federal, defense and intelligence facilities. Secure, resilient and mission ready engineering for operational continuity and security.
Securing National Infrastructure
We deliver secure, resilient, and compliant engineering solutions for the nation’s federal, defense and intelligence missions. We operate with the discretion, precision,n and expertise required to design and build facilities that protect national assets, ensure operational continuity and support mission readiness. Our team is fluent in the strict standards and security protocols that govern federal projects, so our government partners can be confident their mission is our priority.
Government & Defense Engineering
We provide a full spectrum of engineering services tailored to the unique requirements of the federal government, Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community.
- Security: Designing secure perimeters and infrastructure to protect sensitive operations.
- Sustainability: Implementing green solutions to reduce costs, backed by our Storm Drainage Design, Land Development and Utility Infrastructure Design.
- Resilience: Engineering facilities to withstand climate and security risks, using Geotechnical Engineering, Storm Drainage Design and Utility Infrastructure Design.
- Compliance: Meeting federal standards, backed by our Owners Representative Services.
Secure Facility & Campus Design
Physical security is the foundation of mission assurance. We integrate security into every aspect of facility design, providing engineering support for:
- Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP): Designing structures and sites to meet DoD standards for standoff distances, blast resistance, and progressive collapse prevention.
- Secure Perimeters: Engineering for layered security, including perimeter fencing, vehicle barriers, access control points (ACPs,) and surveillance systems.
- Sensitive & Classified Facilities: Providing specialized structural and infrastructure design to support Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and other secure operational centers.
Mission Critical Infrastructure Resilience
In the federal and defense sectors, failure is not an option. We engineer highly reliable and redundant infrastructure to ensure continuous operation under any circumstance.
Redundant Utilities
- Design of 2N or greater redundant power, water and cooling systems to support critical operations. Our expertise in mission-critical data centers and energy systems applies directly to these environments.
Communication Systems
- Design of redundant and hardened communication systems, including diverse-path fiber optic duct banks.
Military & Airfield Facilities
We offer comprehensive engineering services for military bases and airfields, adhering to Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) requirements. Our expertise encompasses the design of hangars, barracks, training facilities, operational headquarters, and airfield pavements and systems. Leveraging our extensive capabilities within the aviation and aerospace industry, we are well-equipped to serve defense clients.
Federal Permitting & Compliance
We understand the complexities of federal procurement and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
We take care of the site development permits,and we work with local authorities to obtain zoning changes, special use permits and site plan approvals for mission-critical facilities. Our experience with city/municipal and county governments across the country means a smooth and efficient process.
We possess the capabilities to manage projects with security clearances and have experience working with agencies such as DoD, DHS, and USACE. We are your reliable partner for delivering projects that meet national security requirements.
Built on Trust
What does this work involve?
Site engineering for federal, defence and intelligence facilities, designed for secure and resilient operation - the site, access, utilities and drainage that support a mission-critical building.
What is different about federal projects?
The procurement and compliance framework, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation. The site development permits and local approvals still apply, so federal requirements and local jurisdiction have to be satisfied together.
How does security affect the site design?
It shapes access and layout - approach routes, standoff, vehicle screening and controlled circulation are design inputs rather than additions, and they interact with drainage, utilities and parking.
What does resilience mean in practice here?
Designing the site so the facility keeps operating - access that stays passable, drainage that keeps critical areas dry, and utility routing that does not create a single point of failure.
What do you need from me to start?
The facility and location, the procurement route, the operational requirements you can share, and any existing surveys or site records.