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Controls Systems Engineer (BASDDCBMSUMCSFRCS) International OCONUS


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 115000 - 150000
Posted: 5 October 2026 (21 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 2 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking aControls Specialist / Controls Systems Engineer to join our federal team supporting U.S. military and other U.S. federal government sitesOutside the Continental United States (OCONUS). Our OCONUS team supports projects for the U.S. government primarily for the Department of State supporting U.S. Embassies and for the Department of Defense supporting U.S. military bases in foreign countries (no designated war zone countries). Travel is based on the project needs but typically around 80%.

At Johnson Controls we support our nations most critical facilities the people who occupy them and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter more resilient efficient sustainable and secure.

Pay Range: Typical base salary is in the $115000 - $150000 range based on experience and depending on location and assignment. Daily per diem provided when traveling. Bonus eligible on top of base salary. Will explain full compensation details further during interview.

Location:Virtual / Remote (work from home) - can be based anywhere in the United States. Will require up to 80% international travel in roughly 90 day durations (some times less depending on location and project scope). Will not travel to any designated war zone countries. All travel related expenses are provided by the company.
Benefits:
Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
Vacation:
3 weeks of paid vacation 5 sick days 3 floating holidays and 10 standard holidays per calendar year

As aControls Specialist / Controls Systems Engineer you will:

  • Under general direction acts as the on-site project leader to execute and complete HVAC controls and other Building Automation System (BAS) projects with assigned customers in a safe and cost effective manner. Performs or delegates tasks as required to execute and fully complete assigned projects including: system programming installation coordination system and network commissioning training and project closeout
  • Participates in the installation of hardware designs and software programming using established standards as required. Provides detailed information to communicate design and operation to customers Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors
  • Manages and completes the loading device verification and commissioning of all system controllers as required. Validates complete system functionality and resolves issues with subcontractors and others to ensure proper operation. Provides accurate project as-built and commissioning documentation.
  • Test and write modifications to systems software
  • Provides coaching mentoring and technical assistance. Provides technical assistance to subcontractors
  • Performs site-specific training for owner/operator on the total system in full or with assistance. Ensures owner/operator has been trained. Provides proper documentation and manuals for system operation
  • Follows all safety standards and has the highest regard for employee and subcontractor safety

Required Qualifications:

  • Must have technical hands-on experience in system commissioning and/or programming of digital HVAC controls systems (DDC systems).
  • Knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems HVAC controls systems facilities management systems site preparation peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques
  • Must have knowledge of control theory and HVAC systems and equipment.
  • Strong personal computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Powerpoint etc) and general Windows environment.
  • Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
  • Must have the ability to work independently and also as part of a team
  • Ability to travel approximately 80% of the time to international / overseas locations (will not be sent to any designated war zone countries)
  • U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret (or higher) security clearance required. (This involves a background/character criminal history employment and credit check.). Active Secret (or higher) clearance strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with Johnson Controls Metasys or Tridium Niagara Direct Digital Control (DDC) system
  • Experience with BAS communication protocols including at least one of the following: BACnet MSTP BACnet IP N2 P1 Modbus and/or LON
  • Experience using SMP SCT and/or CCT
  • Experience supporting projects in foreign countries
  • Prior experience supporting projects at U.S. military or other federal government sites


Who We Are

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100000 employees worldwide offering the worlds largest portfolio of building technology products solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees provide opportunities for growth and advancement and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.

To learn more about who we are and what we do please check out our Take a Journey video.

Recently Johnson Controls has been recognized by several organizations for leadership in Environment Sustainability and Governance as well as innovations in smart building platforms:

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process please visit JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)

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