Federal
Project Manager Engineer
Central Intelligence Agency · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
About This Position
Project Manager Engineers apply their engineering or scientific expertise to deliver new and innovative solutions in support of CIA's mission to collect foreign intelligence.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Advanced degree or comparable work experience is strongly desired Experience in one or more of the following areas: Additive manufacturing/rapid prototyping Advanced data recovery from damaged storage media Advanced digital data recovery Analog design and circuits Artificial intelligence Battery and power technology CAD/CADD drafting and design technology Central bank digital currencies Data engineering Data science Digital signal processing design and programming Embedded systems Energy storage technologies Extended reality Fabrication skills in a prototype environment Field programmable gate arrays (FPGA) Fiber optics and cable communications Graphic design and visual communication High performance computing Human DNA technology or forensics Industrial design and fabrication Machine learning Network engineering Network security Power systems Programming Project/program management Quantum computing Quantum sensors RF communications RF waveform design Satellite communications Signal processing and analysis Software reverse engineering Systems architecting Systems engineering Prototype design and fabrication Audio design and circuits Voice/data communications (satellite, RF, wireless and telecommunications networks) Interest in applying technology to solve challenging problems Foreign language capability Strong verbal presentation skills Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise text
Major Duties
As a Project Management Engineer within CIA's Directorate of Science and Technology (DS&T), you will apply your technical expertise to deliver mission critical, cutting-edge technologies and enable CIA to drive decision advantage for policymakers' hardest challenges. DS&T Project Management Engineers oversee the development and systems integration of technology solutions that meet the nation's most challenging requirements. As a DS&T Project Management Engineer, you will apply program management principles and your technical expertise to deliver mission relevant solutions on time, within budget, and with the highest quality imaginable. As a DS&T Project Management Engineer, you can lead the team that finds that new and innovative solution to help CIA accomplish a mission that most would think was impossible!
Education
A bachelor's degree in one of the following fields or related studies (or comparable work experience): Aerospace engineering Application development Bioengineering/biomedical engineering Biological sciences Biotechnology and microbiology Chemical engineering Chemistry Computer engineering Computer science Electrical engineering Mathematics Mechanical engineering Nuclear engineering Physical sciences Physics Remote sensing/GIS Space systems operations Systems engineering Telecommunications At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale
How You Will Be Evaluated
For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers.
How to Apply
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Required Documents
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Project Manager Engineer position at Central Intelligence Agency?
The salary range for this position is $69,923 - $185,234/yr. This is a GS-8/15 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the Project Manager Engineer job located?
This position is located in Washington, District of Columbia. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Ability to meet t...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Sep 30, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance is required.
What does GS-8/15 mean?
GS-8/15 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.