Electrical Engineer - Facilities - Mid Level (Texas)

Electrical Engineer - Facilities - Mid Level (Texas)

Department of Defense

National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Summary

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. For more information, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1256781

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates: 04/17/2026 to 05/01/2026

Salary: $105,262 - $153,082 per year

Pay scale & grade: GG 11 - 12

Location: Few vacancies in the following location: San Antonio, TX

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.

Appointment type: Permanent

Work schedule: Full-time

Service: Excepted

Promotion potential: None

Job family (Series): 0132 Intelligence

Supervisory status: No

Security clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

Drug test: Yes

Position sensitivity and risk: Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk

Trust determination process: National security

Financial disclosure: Yes

Bargaining unit status: No

Announcement number: 1256781

Control number: 865598000

This job is open to

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• The public
• U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Federal employees - Excepted service
• Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
• 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
• Individuals with disabilities
• Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

Duties

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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, NSAs 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: It is highly encouraged to attach a copy of your unofficial transcript and resume to your profile in IC Careers prior to applying to this job posting.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment:

• All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. 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.

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.

• 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.
• 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.

FULL PERFORMANCE

Entry is with a Bachelors degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Masters degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience.

Education

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

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.

• 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: $105,262 - $153,082 (Full Performance)

Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.

Training will be provided based on the selectees 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).

DCIPS Trial Period: If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agencys needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agencys organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.

Benefits

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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

Required documents

Required Documents

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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

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To apply, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1256781

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/1256781

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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

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Skills:

ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Analysis Skills, Architectural Engineering, Automation, Blueprints, Building Renovation, CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Calculus, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Computer Networks, Computer Systems, Construction, Construction Estimates, Control Systems, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Defense Intelligence, Documentation, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Systems, Electricity, Electromagnetism, Electronics, Facilities Engineering, Facilities Planning, Federal Assistance, Federal Government, Fluid Mechanics and Dynamics, Government Organizations, Graphic Design, HTTPS (HyperText Transport Protocol Secure), Heat Transfer, High Voltage (HV), Hydraulic Engineering, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), IP Addressing, Intelligence Community, Legal, Logistics, Low Voltage (LV), Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Medium Voltage (MV), Microprocessor, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), National Security Agency (NSA), Network Connectivity, Network Routing, Network Switching, Optics, Physical Science, Physics, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project/Program Management, Protective Services, Publications, Regulations, Requirements Validation/Verification, SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), Schematics, Signal Processing, Software Development, Soil Mechanics, Startup, Strength of Materials, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Switchgear, Thermodynamics, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), United States Department of Defense (DoD)

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