As an Engineering and Physical Science professional, you will use your skills to create the systems and tools that will be used to enhance the operation of intelligence. You will advise, administer and perform projects, such as planning, designing, and constructing specialized equipment, and ensuring adherence to engineering standards and principles. Apply your engineering skills to protect the nation.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Duties
Be a part of our mission to protect the national security of the United States, and have a direct impact to enable success in Agency operations. As a Facilities Electrical Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work directly with mission customers to validate the requirements and unique needs to provide reliable technical solutions.
With the ever-changing industry and increase of technology complexities to accommodate our workforce, NSA's Installation & Logistics organization needs motivated Electrical Engineers to provide facilities design expertise, guidance, and support to the development and implementation of facilities solutions that enable capabilities that align with mission driven priorities.
Additionally, the Installations & Logistics organization is seeking Electrical Engineers with a focus or specialty in control and monitoring of electrical systems. Candidates with this specialty should be knowledgeable about or interested in learning about Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and electrical control systems, electrical power systems, Schweitzer protective relays, Real-Time Automation Controllers (RTAC) as well as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Knowledge of the protocols used by these devices including mirrored bits, Modbus, DNP, and SNMP is desired.
As an Electrical Engineer at NSA, responsibilities may include:
• Prepare design and construction cost estimates.
• Development of designs for new and renovated facilities.
• Prepare engineering technical reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Provide construction detailing.
• Perform engineering analysis and calculations.
• Conduct code analysis.
- Project management. - Facilities planning.
• Drafting of electrical plans and schematics.
NOTE: A copy of your unofficial transcript and resume is highly encouraged to be submitted with your application and may expedite processing.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
Qualifications
The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.
• Specified coursework includes courses in differential and integral calculus and 5 of the following 18 areas: (a) statics or dynamics, (b) strength of materials/stress-strain relationships, (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics, (d) thermodynamics, (e) electromagnetic fields, (f) nature and properties of materials/relating particle and aggregate structure to properties, (g) solid state electronics, (h) microprocessor applications, (i), computer systems, (j) signal processing, (k) digital design, (l) systems and control theory, (m) circuits or generalized circuits, (n) communication systems, (o) power systems, (p) computer networks, (q) software development, (r) Any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, or soil mechanics.
ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree and no experience. Degree must be in Electrical Engineering. If program is not ABET accredited, it must include specified coursework.*
FULL PERFORMANCE
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience. Degree must be in Electrical Engineering, General Engineering or Architectural Engineering. If program is not ABET accredited, it must include specified coursework.* A degree in Engineering Technology will also be considered if it includes specified coursework.*
Relevant experience must be working in an electrical engineering capacity (for example, UPS, switchgear, SCADA, transformers, substations, power panels, switchboards, and metering of power). Additionally, must have experience using NEC code and computer aided design and drafting, reading design drawings, and cost estimation. Experience may also include project management.
Education
The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.
Degree must be in Electrical Engineering. If program is not ABET accredited, it must include specified coursework.*
• Specified coursework includes courses in differential and integral calculus and 5 of the following 18 areas: (a) statics or dynamics, (b) strength of materials/stress-strain relationships, (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics, (d) thermodynamics, (e) electromagnetic fields, (f) nature and properties of materials/relating particle and aggregate structure to properties, (g) solid state electronics, (h) microprocessor applications, (i), computer systems, (j) signal processing, (k) digital design, (l) systems and control theory, (m) circuits or generalized circuits, (n) communication systems, (o) power systems, (p) computer networks, (q) software development, (r) Any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, or soil mechanics.
Additional information
Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.
Salary Range: $86,498 - $151,570 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance) Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.
Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.
Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The ideal candidate demonstrates the following:
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Partnering
• Customer Service
• Accountability
• Continual Learning
• Resilience
• Effective Communication
For the monitoring and control system focus area, knowledge and experience in one or more of the following is desired:
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and electrical control systems
• Implementation of relays and data aggregators
• Configuring and supporting Schweitzer Real Time Automation Controllers (RTAC)
• Evaluating and documenting PLC programs for electrical power control
• Relay protection design
• Applying concepts, principles, and methods for network connectivity (e.g. routing, switching, tunneling, and IP addressing)
Additional knowledge and experience in one or more of the following is desired:
• Technical software packages (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM, CDEGS, ASPEN, AGI32, Visual Lighting, MEGAMAN)
• Relay protection design
• Generators and plant control systems
• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems
• Electrical distribution design and equipment (high voltage, medium voltage, low voltage)
• Electrical power system grounding and signal grounding
• Operation and design of SCADA and electrical control systems
• Emergency power systems
• Codes and standards (NFPA ' including NEC, UL, IEEE, etc.)
• Electrical schematics and blueprints
• Cost estimating
• Reliability and availability
• Startup and commissioning
• Electrical operations & maintenance
• Generators and plant control systems
• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems
• Electrical distribution design and equipment (high voltage, medium voltage, low voltage)
• Emergency power systems
• Codes and standards (NFPA ' including NEC, UL, IEEE, etc.)
The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1247405
Agency contact information
NSA POC
Phone
1-844-424-4737
Email
intelcareers@nsa.gov
Address
NSA External Hiring
9800 Savage Road
Fort Meade, MD 20755
US
Next steps
To apply, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1247405
Overview
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
07/28/2025 to 08/01/2025
Salary
$86,498 to - $151,570 per year
Pay scale & grade
GG 7 - 12
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Fort Meade, MD
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.