Fire Protection Engineer with Security Clearance

The Intrepid Group; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IAP World Services, an Intrepid Global Solutions company, seeks a Fire Protection Engineer to design, analyze, and certify fire protection and life safety systems for high-security facilities. You will apply NFPA and UFC standards, review designs, and provide engineering judgment to project teams and leadership.

The role requires a PE license and 5+ years of experience in fire protection for government or secure facilities, supporting risk assessments and emergency planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or closely related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a fire protection engineer.

Responsibilities

• Design, review, and evaluate fire protection and life safety systems.
• Perform fire hazard analyses, life safety assessments, and code compliance reviews.
• Apply NFPA, IBC, UFC, UFC, and agency-specific requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and engineering judgment to project teams and leadership.
• Review construction documents, shop drawings, and submittals for compliance.
• Conduct field inspections, testing, and acceptance of fire protection systems.
• Support risk assessments for mission-critical facilities.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and AHJs.
• Prepare technical reports, design analyses, and recommendations.
• Support emergency planning and continuity of operations initiatives.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

Code compliance & standards

Field inspections & testing

Technical reporting

Coordination with AHJs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license

5+ years of fire protection engineering experience

Job description

IAP World Services, an Intrepid Global Solutions company, is a recognized leader in Facilities Management and Operations in support of Defense, Intelligence, and National Security missions Under a major Intelligence Community contract, IAP operates and maintains facilities, systems, and associated grounds across Virginia and Maryland. Services provided include comprehensive facility operations; project management for renovations, minor construction, and major equipment repairs; engineering, construction, and operations support; custodial and grounds maintenance services; environmental, safety, and occupational health support; food services; motorpool and logistics operations; and physical and technical security services. As the Fire Protection Engineer, you will be responsible for providing fire protection engineering expertise in support of facilities, infrastructure, and mission-critical operations within the Intelligence Community (IC). This role ensures compliance with applicable fire and life safety codes, standards, and agency-specific requirements to protect personnel, assets, and continuity of operations in secure environments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Design, review, and evaluate fire protection and life safety systems, including fire detection, alarm, suppression, and smoke control systems
• Perform fire hazard analyses, life safety assessments, and code compliance reviews for new construction, renovations, and existing facilities
• Apply and interpret applicable codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, IBC, IFC, UFC, and agency-specific requirements)
• Provide technical guidance and engineering judgment to project teams, facility managers, and leadership
• Review construction documents, shop drawings, and submittals for fire protection compliance
• Conduct field inspections, testing, and acceptance of fire protection systems
• Support risk assessments and mitigation strategies for mission-critical and high-security facilities
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and AHJs as required
• Prepare technical reports, design analyses, and formal recommendations
• Support emergency planning, fire response coordination, and continuity of operations initiatives
• Maintain awareness of emerging fire protection technologies and best practices

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Minimum of 5 years' experience working as a fire protection engineer

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Demonstrated knowledge of fire protection engineering principles, fire dynamics, and life safety concepts
• Experience applying NFPA codes and standards in complex facilities
• Experience working in secure, mission-critical, or government facilities
• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and federal design requirements
• Experience supporting high-reliability or high-consequence operations
• Prior experience within the Intelligence Community or Department of Defense

SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Active Top Secret SCI W/ CI Poly

EEO

• Intrepid Acquisition Holdings, LLC. ("IAH" and/or "Company") and its affiliates, including but not limited to IAP World Services, Inc., Readiness Management Support L.C., JPATS Logistics Services, LLC., and subsidiaries is an EOE, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.