Public Notice for Fire Protection Engineer (Direct Hire)

Job Description

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

FAA Organizations Nationwide

Summary: Fire Protection Engineer (Series 0804)

Agency: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Hiring Authority: Direct Hire
Who May Apply:

• U.S. Citizens
• Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A)
• Veterans (30% or more disabled, VRA)
• Individuals eligible under special hiring authorities

Position Overview:
As a Fire Protection Engineer, you will provide expert engineering support to ensure life and property safety from fire hazards. Your work will include fire risk assessments, system design and testing, and compliance evaluations for FAA facilities. This role may involve field inspections, project reviews, and collaboration across various engineering disciplines to enhance fire safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct fire hazard assessments and predict risks
• Recommend and oversee fire prevention and mitigation strategies
• Design and review fire protection systems including detection, suppression, and alarm systems
• Inspect and test fire safety equipment and ensure code compliance
• Contribute to research and development of innovative fire protection technologies
• Provide engineering solutions for facility modernization, repair, and construction
• Investigate fire incidents and recommend corrective actions
• Interpret fire safety codes and advise stakeholders

Qualifications:

Basic Education Requirement:
Applicants must possess a degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution. Transcripts are required.

Grade-Specific Specialized Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level:

• FV-H (GS-10/11 equivalent): Experience in fire protection design reviews, evaluating compliance with fire safety codes, and inspecting fire safety systems in facilities.
• FV-I (GS-12/13 equivalent): Experience managing fire safety assessments, overseeing system testing, and ensuring fire code compliance for large-scale construction or renovation projects.
• FV-J (GS-13 equivalent): Leading complex fire protection designs, preparing technical reports, and advising on regulatory compliance and hazard mitigation strategies.
• FV-K (GS-14 equivalent): Leading fire protection programs, interpreting and applying fire safety codes, and directing innovative design projects for new or existing facilities.

Conditions of Employment:

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
• Must pass a background check and, if applicable, drug screening
• A one-year probationary period may apply
• Location negotiable upon request

Additional Information:

• Positions may be filled at any grade level
• Not a bargaining unit position
• This announcement serves as a resume repository—selection is not guaranteed
• Enhanced annual leave accrual may be available for qualified new hires
• Some positions may require travel or field inspections
• Applications must be submitted online via USAJOBS

Required Documentation:

• Resume including job title, grade level, duties, employment dates, hours/week, and salary
• Transcripts (official if selected)
• Veterans’ Preference documentation (if applicable)
• Disability eligibility documents (if applicable)

Evaluation Process:

Applicants will be assessed based on the quality and extent of their experience, training, and education. Ensure your resume supports all responses in the job questionnaire.