103
CHINA LAKE, CALIF. — Barnhart Inc. and Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Southwest are developing the $63.7 million Weapons and Armament Technology Center at Naval Air Weapons Station (NAWS) in China Lake. The 170,000-square-foot project comprises state-of-the-art laboratories and supporting administration offices. Designed by KMA Architects, the project is slated to achieve LEED Silver certification. The center will include a dividable 335-seat conference room, secure work areas and fully equipped transient office workspaces. The grounds will offer Navy exhibits, including an F-18A fighter jet, and various Navy missile armaments developed at NAWS China Lake in addition to parking for 700 vehicles.