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.

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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 a Facilities Engineer - Architectural, 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 Architectural 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.

The National Security Agency (NSA) currently has opportunities for highly motivated Architects 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. Our architects are responsible for the technical quality of facilities, from an architectural perspective, at our headquarters and across the entire enterprise.

As an Architect 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 oversight and review of external consultant drawing packages.
- Provide construction detailing.
- Conduct code analysis.
- Project management.
- Facilities planning.

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

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

Qualifications

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

Degree must be in Architecture, Architectural Engineering or a related field (for example, Construction Engineering or Structural Engineering). With the exception of the Architecture degree, 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.

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.

Relevant experience must be working in an architectural engineering capacity (for example, site development, space management, architectural design and planning, construction technology management, structural technology). Experience may also include project management.

Education

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: $104,219 - $151,570 (Full Performance)

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

On the job training, internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.

Benefits: NSA offers excellent benefits to include relocation assistance, flexible work schedules, generous leave programs, paid personal fitness time, training and continuing education classes, health and life insurance, Federal Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), and a Federal retirement plan.

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).

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
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Partnering / Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Accountability
- Continual Learning
- Resilience
- Effective Communication
- Creativity

Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following is desired:
- AutoCAD
- 3D software (such as Sketchup, BIM technology)
- Site designing
- Space planning
- Architectural design and planning
- Construction technology/management
- Leading technical teams
- Various contract mechanisms
- Analysis and life-cycle maintenance of installations, facilities, equipment and civil works projects
- Analysis, design, construction, national/local code compliance
- Design safety plans and programs to comply with laws, regulations, and policies

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

To apply, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1242303.

Agency contact information

NSA POC

Phone: 1-844-424-4737
Email: intelcareers@nsa.gov

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