Fire Protection Engineer - Staff (Job 1519)
Company websitedlhcorp.com (DLH Corporation, opens in new tab)
Base salary $105K to $110K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Bethesda, MD
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- LocationBethesda, MD
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (2 h ago) · observed since
About this job
About Us
DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools – including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. DLH is dedicated to the idea that “Your Mission is Our Passion” and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions
Overview
At DLH, we offer an exceptional work environment that values and prioritizes the well-being and work-life balance of our employees. With our hybrid schedule, you will have the flexibility to work both on campus and remotely, allowing you to tailor your workday to suit your personal needs and commitments. This Fire Protection Engineer role involves little to no travel, enabling you to maintain stability and focus on your core responsibilities. Our company proudly supports the National Institutes of Health (NIH), contributing to meaningful initiatives that have a positive impact on society. Joining our team means becoming part of a close-knit community that fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and camaraderie.
Responsibilities
- Review architectural / engineering designs and fire protection system shop drawings for over 50 buildings.
- Conduct construction inspections and issue final occupancy permits.
- Witness acceptance tests for fire alarm and sprinkler system modifications.
- Evaluate existing building conditions through life safety and hazard analysis surveys.
- Provide technical guidance using various NFPA codes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering field
- 2+ years of general experience in Fire Protection
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
- Veterans are also welcome to apply.
- Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Desired Qualifications
- Professional Engineer's License in Fire Protection
Basic Compensation: $105,000 - $110,000 yearly salary
The salary range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on skills, experience, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. Additional compensation may include performance incentives and program-specific awards. We do not use salary history to determine compensation, in line with applicable law.
Benefits
DLH Corp offers our employees an excellent benefits package, including Personal Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, supplemental life with AD&D, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and more. We want our employees to save for their future; therefore, we offer a 401(k) Retirement Plan, which includes a matching component. DLH is dedicated to your career development, providing training to help drive success, with access to our best-in-class e-learning suite for formal and informal learning, professional and technical certification preparation, and education assistance at accredited institutions.
EEO
DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DLH will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled Veterans who need assistance to apply.
DLH is committed to maintaining a fair and authentic interview process
Source: DLH Corporation on Greenhouse · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($105,000) is above 6% of the 61 Engineering (non-software) roles in Maryland listed on this site. Their median floor is $125,000; the middle half runs from $116,000 to $135,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingFire Protection Engineer - Staff (Job 1519)$105K to $110K
Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst (Job 1453)$102K to $115K
Acquisition Security & Privacy Analyst (Job 1456)$115K to $125K
Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst (Job 1458)$115K to $126K
DevSecOps Engineer (Job 1459)$125K to $132K
M365 Security and Compliance Analyst (Job 1455)$125K to $135K
Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst, Sr (Job 1457)$135K to $150K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Fire Protection Engineer - Staff (Job 1519) (this listing) | $105K - $110K |
| Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst (Job 1453) | $102K - $115K |
| Acquisition Security & Privacy Analyst (Job 1456) | $115K - $125K |
| Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst (Job 1458) | $115K - $126K |
| DevSecOps Engineer (Job 1459) | $125K - $132K |
| M365 Security and Compliance Analyst (Job 1455) | $125K - $135K |
| Security Assessment & Authorization (SA&A) Analyst, Sr (Job 1457) | $135K - $150K |
Observed changes
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- First observed on the employer's board
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-11-04
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Bethesda, Maryland
Basic Compensation: $105,000 - $110,000 yearly salary
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What we verified
- The pay figures come from the employer's own listing, quoted exactly above.
- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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