The Central Intelligence Agency is seeking qualified Engineering Specialists (ES) at the Entry through Full Performance level to work as part of a multi-disciplined, diversified and fast-paced team responsible for installing, configuring, operating, maintaining and troubleshooting utility support equipment. Candidates will be responsible for a broad range of duties to include training and guiding field personnel on a variety of equipment, including diesel generators and related electrical support equipment; heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment (HVAC); plumbing systems; power distribution equipment and grids; and uninterruptible power systems.

Physical Work Requirements:  Duties of ES Officers include being able to single-handedly deploy up to 45-pound communications systems and being prepared for prolonged use of destruction/installation equipment (e.g., sledge-hammers, nail guns, hammer drills and pipe benders) and removal/installation of equipment (e.g. cable pullers, welding torches, hydraulic lifts).

ES Officers will typically spend 40 – 60% of their careers abroad on assignments that last between one to three years in length and are also required to participate in temporary travel assignments. Officers receive a variety of overseas benefits and allowances that positively impact overall compensation.

Minimum requirements include an associate's degree in industrial/electrical technology, UPS systems, diesel engine service, or HVAC, or a minimum of five years of work in building management systems experience in two of these fields. A GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is also required.

Candidates should be able to install, configure, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and provide training and guidance on utility support equipment. Fabrication, welding, brazing and installation experience; project management ability; working knowledge of utility systems installation, maintenance and engineering; the ability to provide good customer-service in the customer's environment; strong interpersonal, organizational and communications skills; solid writing, speaking and listening skills; and a firm understanding of engineering principles and methods, National Electrical Standards, and safety, installation and security standards are also required. Candidates must be self-starters who can manage multiple projects simultaneously with fluctuating priorities and who have proficiency in MS Office. A Type III or Universal EPA certification for refrigerant recovery; experience as a contract manager or contract officer technical representative; and a journeyman's or master's license in either the electrical or plumbing trades is preferred.

All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation. US citizenship is required.

To be considered suitable for Agency employment, applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.

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