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Electrical Engineer, GS-0850-11, Direct Hire Authority(DHA) Moody AFB(47543)

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  • Position Title:
    • Electrical Engineer
  • Pay Plan:
    • GS
  • Occupational Series:
    • 0850
  • Grade:
    • 11
  • Hourly vs Salary:
    • Salary
  • Job Posting Open Date:
    • 09/30/2026
  • Job Posting Close Date:
    • 10/14/2026
  • Announcement Type:
    • Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
  • Position Type:
    • Permanent
  • USACE Organization :
    • South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Savannah District
  • HISTORICAL Locations (City, State):
    • Moody AFB, GA
  • Position Overview/Duties:

      • Serves as Electrical Engineer, is responsible for technical review, inspection, testing, and oversight of electrical systems and construction for military and civil projects, including medium-voltage distribution and switching, interior electrical systems, generators, lighting, communications, controls, EMCS, fire and intrusion alarms, lightning and cathodic protection, and related utilities and infrastructure; evaluates plans, specifications, submittals, materials, quality construction, safety, quality, and contract compliance; provides technical guidance on complex construction issues, field conditions, modifications, discrepancies, and corrective actions; supports construction planning, scheduling, cost estimating, claims, quantity verification, progress payments, and contract negotiations; determines work acceptability, supports final inspections and closeout, documents as-built conditions, and coordinates with contractors, inspectors, supervisors, and using agencies to resolve technical and construction issues while ensuring compliance with applicable engineering, contract, and safety requirements.

  • Other Conditions and Requirements:
      • 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 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:

          Serve as the Electrical Engineer at the journeyman level, responsible for the onsite electrical engineering, contract administration and quality assurance of work; (2) Review and approve contractor's construction schedules and quality control procedures; (3) Advise contractor on technical problems, and take timely corrective action on problems identified (4) Make controlling interpretations of plans and specifications and engineering determinations that methods and materials comply with contract specifications (5) Negotiates contract adjustments with contractor for change orders and prepares all records of negotiation recommending contract adjustments.

          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.
          • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time.
          • Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, 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.

  • Life/Work Balance:
    • Life/Work Flexibilities Determined by Specific Position
  • 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/
  • 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).
  • 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-by-case basis.
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