Summary As an Operational Support 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. The NSA offers multiple areas of focus for facilities engineers, including architectural, civil, electrical, fire protection, mechanical, and structural. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. 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 an 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:

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 Conditions of employment All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Qualifications 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 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. 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 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 Required Documents 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 https:

//apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1260532 Agency contact information NSA POC Phone 1-844-424-4737 Email intelcareers@nsa.

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//apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1260532 Overview Accepting applications Posted this month

• Apply by 08/04/26 Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 4, 2026 Location many vacancies in the following location: Fort Gordon, GA No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Salary $105,262
• $153,082 per year Pay scale & grade GG 11
• 12 Promotion potential None Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel
• You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series 0132 Intelligence Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test No Security clearance Top Secret Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type National security Financial disclosure required Yes Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number 1260532 Control number 877335400