Assistant Program Manager / Lead Critical Systems Engineer (CRRC)

Core Government Services; Kearneysville (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flex Spending Account

Disability insurance

401(k) Traditional and Roth

PTO and federal holidays

Premium financial advisory services

Over 2,000 free education courses

Job summary

Core Government Services seeks an Assistant Program Manager / Lead Critical Systems Engineer to support the VA Capital Region Readiness Center in Martinsburg, WV. You will serve as the primary technical authority for plant infrastructure and act as the designated alternate to the Program Manager.

Responsibilities include leading on-site technical leadership, overseeing maintenance of critical systems, supervising 24/7 shift teams, and coordinating with BMS/SCADA platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of progressive technical experience in mission-critical facilities, data centers, or healthcare engineering environments.
• Deep technical knowledge of medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution, emergency generator systems, static transfer switches, UPS topologies, and central cooling plants.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting Building Automation Systems (BMS) and SCADA systems (e.g., Schneider EcoStruxure, Andover Continuum, or Tridium Niagara).
• Current OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour safety training and NFPA 70E electrical safety training.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills; ability to interpret one-line electrical diagrams, P&IDs, and architectural drawings.
• Ability to obtain VA suitability / background investigation approval and PIV credentialing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site technical leader and fulfill the duties of the Program Manager in their absence.
• Oversee maintenance of critical infrastructure including generators, switchgear, UPS, CRAH, chillers and fuel systems.
• Supervise 24/7/365 shift teams ensuring SOPs, EOPs, and MOPs are followed.
• Lead dual-person electrical switching events and LOTO procedures per NFPA 70E.
• Interface with BMS/SCADA to analyze trends, investigate alarms, and optimize operations.
• Review contractor and OEM service reports and CMMS logs for accuracy.
• Lead root-cause failure analyses and draft corrective action plans for government review.
• Implement cross-training programs to ensure redundancy across disciplines.

Skills

Electrical distribution

SCADA systems

BMS systems

NFPA 70E safety

Technical writing

RCFA analysis

Education

B.S. in Electrical/Mechanical/Facilities Engineering

CDCMP/CFM/NETA/NICET

Tools

Schneider EcoStruxure

Andover Continuum

Tridium Niagara

MGE Galaxy UPS

Job description

Core Government Services company is seeking a skilled Assistant Program Manager / Lead Critical Systems Engineer to support operations at the VA Capital Region Readiness Center (CRRC) in Martinsburg, WV. This position serves as the primary technical authority for plant infrastructure and acts as the designated alternate to the Program Manager.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site technical leader and fulfill the duties and authorities of the Program Manager in their absence.
• Oversee the operational status and preventive/corrective maintenance of critical infrastructure: 2.25 MW diesel generators, RussElectric paralleling gear, Square D switchgear, MGE Galaxy UPS systems, CRAH units, chillers, and fuel distribution systems.
• Supervise the 24/7/365 operational shift teams (Plant Operators and Mechanics), ensuring standard operating procedures (SOPs), emergency operating procedures (EOPs), and Method of Procedures (MOPs) are rigorously executed.
• Lead dual-person electrical switching events, lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols, and critical load transfers in strict compliance with NFPA 70E safety standards.
• Interface with the Schneider EcoStruxure Building Management System (BMS) and SCADA platform to analyze trends, investigate alarms, optimize sequence of operations, and prevent system outages.
• Review and validate contractor and OEM service reports, technician field logs, and CMMS work order accuracy.
• Lead initial root-cause failure analyses (RCFA) for abnormal facility events and draft technical corrective action plans for Government review.
• Implement and monitor employee cross-training programs to ensure operational redundancy across mechanical, electrical, and control disciplines.

Required Education And Experience

• Minimum four (4) years of progressive technical experience in mission-critical facilities, data centers, industrial plants, or healthcare engineering environments.
• Deep technical working knowledge of medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution, emergency generator systems, static transfer switches, UPS topologies, and central cooling plants.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting commercial Building Automation Systems (BMS) and SCADA systems (e.g., Schneider EcoStruxure, Andover Continuum, or Tridium Niagara).
• Current OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour safety training and NFPA 70E electrical safety training.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills; ability to interpret one-line electrical diagrams, mechanical piping schematics (P&IDs), and architectural drawings.
• Ability to obtain and maintain VA suitability / Tier 2/4 background investigation approval (e-QIP / SF-85P) and PIV credentialing.

Preferred Education And Experience

• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Facilities Engineering, or equivalent combination of Master/Journeyman trade licenses and extensive data center operational experience.
• Certified Data Center Management Professional (CDCMP), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or NETA/NICET certification.
• Factory-authorized training or direct operational experience with MGE Galaxy 5000/8000 UPS, MTU generator sets, or ASCO/RussElectric transfer switches.

Working Conditions:

Inside Government 24/7/365 mission-critical data center and utility plant facilities in Martinsburg, WV.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 0800–1630, with 24/7 on-call escalation availability for emergencies and major maintenance evolutions.

Required Travel:

Minimal (<5%)

Job Type:

Full Time, Exempt

Contract Length:

5-Year Multi-Year BPA / Base Period + Option Years

Benefits And Unique Perks Offered, But Not Limited To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Flex Spending Account options
• Disability insurance coverage options
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth account options
• Company paid time off on (11) Federal Holidays
• Company paid time off (PTO)
• Premium financial advisory services
• Over 2,000 free education courses for our employees

Core Government Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a Core Government Services position, please contact Human Resources by emailing [e-mail]. Please do not include sensitive personal information in your message, such as your Social Security number, medical diagnosis, or detailed personal health information.

All employees are required to agree to a background check.