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Oneida ESC Group

Federal Construction Estimator

Orlando, FL · On-site +1

$75K - $110K/yr

Bachelor's degree in civil or architectural engineering, construction management, or an equivalent ... federal, state, or local laws, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally ...

GMC

Federal Construction Estimator

Orlando, FL · On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

Bachelor's degree in civil or architectural engineering, construction management, or an equivalent ... federal, state, or local laws, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally ...

City of Titusville

Engineering Manager

Titusville, FL · On-site

The Public Works Engineering Manager is also responsible for overseeing development engineering ... Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including FDOT, FDEP, and other ...

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How much do federal engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal engineering in Melbourne, FL is $136,135.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $160,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a federal engineer?

A Federal Engineering job involves designing, developing, and maintaining technical systems and infrastructure for government agencies. Engineers in these roles work on projects related to national defense, transportation, telecommunications, and environmental protection. They must comply with federal regulations and security requirements while ensuring efficiency and innovation. These positions often require security clearances and specialized knowledge in engineering disciplines relevant to government operations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a federal engineer?

To excel in a Federal Engineering role, you need a strong background in engineering principles, a relevant degree (such as electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering), and experience with federally regulated standards and processes. Familiarity with government contracting systems, project management software, and security clearances (such as Secret or Top Secret) is often required. Outstanding problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help professionals work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and within structured governmental environments. These combined skills are critical for maintaining compliance, delivering technical excellence, and supporting mission-critical federal projects.

What types of projects do federal engineers work on within government agencies?

Federal Engineers may work on a wide range of assignments, such as infrastructure upgrades, cybersecurity initiatives, defense system development, or environmental compliance projects, depending on the agency's mission. Daily responsibilities often involve coordinating with project managers, reviewing technical documentation, ensuring adherence to federal standards, and conducting site visits or system evaluations. Collaboration with stakeholders from various departments, contractors, and regulatory bodies is common and vital to project success. This variety of work offers opportunities to develop specialized expertise and gain exposure to high-impact national projects, supporting both professional growth and public service goals.

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Infographic showing various Federal Engineering job openings in Melbourne, FL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $136,135 per year, or $65.4 per hour.

Senior Project Support / Federal Travel Specialist - NASA Kennedy Space Center

ASRC Federal Holding

Merritt Island, FL • On-site

Full-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

ASRC Federal rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

242nd of 451 rated engineering

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™
ASRC Federal AFSS is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system integration and project management services for real-time, mission-critical defense systems. We are seeking a Senior Project Support/Senior Federal Travel Specialist to provide expert level support to a NASA contract at Merritt Island, FL (Kennedy Space Center)
Job Description:
The Senior Federal Travel Help Desk Specialist serves as a subject matter expert (SME) supporting NASA travel programs by providing comprehensive travel assistance to government and contractor personnel throughout the entire travel lifecycle.
This position functions as a primary point of contact for travelers, travel arrangers, approving officials, and financial personnel by resolving complex travel issues, interpreting travel regulations, and providing expert guidance regarding authorizations, reservations, vouchers, reimbursements, and travel system functionality.
Work Reporting Location: This position will begin as fully remote. Candidates must be located within a reasonable commuting distance of a NASA center, as the role is expected to transition to primarily in-office work based on program needs.
Responsibilities:
  • Travel Policy & Regulatory Guidance on NASA policy directives, NASA Procedural Requirements, and federal travel regulations.

  • Help Desk Operations

  • Travel Authorization Support for travelers, including but not limited to per diem eligibility, travel documentation & justification, lodging, and transportation.

  • Travel Voucher Support to ensure compliance with federal regulations, allowable and non-allowable expenses, and guidance on returned travel vouchers.

  • Travel Systems Support with ConcurGov (CGE) and Go.gov

  • Process Improvement to assist with job aid development, FAQs, training materials, and developing standard operating procedures (SOPs).

  • Communicating travel policy updates.

  • Customer Service Excellence.

  • Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:
  • Individual must meet government NAC and citizenship/permanent residency requirements for access to NASA GSFC. Extensive background investigation will be performed as a requirement of the job. Some travel may be required.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of Federal Travel Regulation (FTR).

  • Experience with supporting NASA travel operations, NASA travel management systems and financial processes, coordinating international scientific or programmatic travel.

  • Familiarity with Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) and NASA Center travel office operations.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Help Desk ticketing systems, Knowledge Management systems, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and Virtual Meeting platforms.

Desired:
  • Certifications in Certified Government Travel Professional (CGTP), Global Travel Professional (GTP)

Education and Experience:
Education - Bachelor's degree: Equivalent combination of education and federal travel experience may be substituted.
Experience -
  • Four or more years of progressively responsible experience supporting federal government travel programs.

  • Extensive experience interpreting and applying the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR).

  • Demonstrated experience supporting federal travel help desk operations.

  • Experience resolving complex travel authorization and voucher issues.

  • Experience supporting high-volume federal customer service environments.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

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