Fire Protection Engineer

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…