Electrical Engineer, GS-0850-05/07/09/11 (39445)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking Electrical Engineers for the Huntsville Directorate of Engineering, PREP, to improve reliability and availability of electrical power systems at critical C4ISR facilities. The selected engineers will conduct evaluations, develop solutions, and coordinate with military installations and contractors.

Responsibilities include planning studies, analyzing equipment performance, preparing specifications, and reviewing test results, with a 25% TDY travel

Qualifications

• Experience applying electrical engineering principles to evaluate and modify power generation and distribution systems.
• Ability to prepare technical specifications, engineering reports, and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct engineering studies and evaluations of electrical power generation, distribution, and backup power systems at critical C4ISR facilities.
• Analyze electrical system operations, maintenance requirements, equipment failures, and performance issues involving generators, UPS, motor generators and related equipment.
• Develop engineering solutions, equipment designs, and system modifications to improve reliability, efficiency, and performance.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, designs, cost estimates, and proposals for electrical system construction, upgrades, maintenance, and procurement.
• Conduct technical reviews, evaluate testing results, and prepare engineering reports and operating instructions.
• Coordinate with military installations, higher headquarters, federal agencies, contractors and stakeholders to support planning and execution.
• Review technical publications and training materials to ensure compliance with standards and emerging technologies.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Power distribution

UPS systems

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

USACE Organization

Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (HNC)

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (HNC)

Locations (City, State)

Fort Belvoir, VA

Position Overview/Duties

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement for multiple Electrical Engineers in the USACE Engineer & Support Center, Huntsville Directorate of Engineering Mechanical Electrical Division, Power Reliability Enhancement Branch.

Position Title

Electrical Engineer

Open Period

3-9 November 2026

Duty Location(s)

Fort Belvoir, VA.

Duties & Responsibilities

As an Electrical Engineer supporting the Power Reliability Enhancement Program (PREP), you will perform engineering evaluations, analyses, and technical assessments to improve electrical power system reliability and availability at critical Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) facilities.

Duties

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct engineering studies and evaluations of electrical power generation, distribution, and backup power systems at critical C4ISR facilities.
• Analyze electrical system operations, maintenance requirements, equipment failures, and performance issues involving generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), motor generators, and associated electrical equipment.
• Develop engineering solutions, equipment designs, and system modifications to improve electrical power reliability, operational efficiency, and system performance.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, engineering designs, cost estimates, and contract proposals for electrical system construction, upgrades, maintenance, and equipment procurement.
• Conduct technical reviews, evaluate equipment testing results, and prepare engineering reports, recommendations, and operating and maintenance instructions.
• Coordinate with military installations, higher headquarters, federal agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders to support project planning, execution, and resolution of technical issues.
• Review technical publications, equipment manuals, and training materials to ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards and emerging technologies.

Other Conditions and Requirements

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Minimum Education Requirement

Engineering: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering. The program must: lead to a degree in a school with at least one program accredited by ABET. Degree must be documented on a transcript.

OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards - GS-0800 Series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#0800

Specialized Experience

Experience applying electrical engineering principles and practices to evaluate, analyze, design, or modify electrical power generation and distribution systems, including generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and associated equipment; identifying and resolving electrical system performance and reliability issues; and preparing technical specifications, engineering reports, and recommendations to improve system operations, maintenance, and reliability.

Other Requirements

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Multiple selections may be made from this announcement.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget). Before the payment of a Relocation Incentive, an employee must provide residence documentation and maintain a residence in the new geographic location for the duration of the service agreement.
• PCS expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or its possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position may be eligible for situational telework.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements

GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-based basis.