Engineering Technician, Associate
Engineering Technician, Associate
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02-10-2025
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Full-time
Description
Description:
We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Technician to perform physical installation termination testing and troubleshooting of specialized electronic security systems and network infrastructure supporting the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard (USCG). The primary focus of this role is field work including complex cable infrastructure and the deployment and maintenance of Access Control Systems (ACS) Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) surveillance systems at various secure facilities.
Installation and Deployment
- Physical Security System Installation: Execute the full installation of physical security components including door contacts glass break sensors motion detectors control panels and specialized sensors for Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
- Access Control Systems (ACS): Install wire and test Access Control System hardware including card readers biometric scanners electric door strikes magnetic locks and Request-to-Exit (REX) devices.
- CCTV/Surveillance: Mount aim wire and configure surveillance equipment including IP cameras encoders Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and associated network switches for Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) systems.
- Full Rack Installation: Perform complete rack-and-stack installation of server equipment network switches KVMs and supporting hardware according to engineered diagrams and specifications.
Cabling and Infrastructure
- Cable Pulling and Routing: Lead and execute the installation of copper (CAT6/7) and fiber optic cable infrastructure in diverse environments (conduit drop ceilings open office and outdoor cable trays).
- Termination and Testing: Proficiently terminate and test all cables including performing copper terminations (RJ-45 punch-down blocks) and fiber optic terminations/splices ensuring compliance with TIA/EIA standards.
- Documentation: Maintain precise as-built documentation and labeling records for all cable runs security device locations and infrastructure components.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- System Diagnostics: Conduct hands-on troubleshooting and repair of newly installed and existing security and network systems isolating faults in wiring power hardware and network connectivity.
- First-Line Support: Perform corrective maintenance (repair) on Navy and Coast Guard security assets including replacing faulty components and re-establishing system communication links.
- Maintenance Support: Assist engineering teams with system testing validation and post-installation maintenance checks using diagnostic tools (e.g. cable certifiers multimeters).
Requirements
Requirements:
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; some low-voltage systems or network cabling preferred.
- Experience: Hands-on experience in low-voltage electrical installation network cabling or physical security systems integration preferred.
- Clearance: Must possess an Active DoD Secret clearance or be eligible to obtain an interim Secret clearance prior to start.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in installing and troubleshooting CAT6 cabling and termination techniques.
- Demonstrated to learn and become proficient in the following security systems: ACS IDS or CCTV.
- Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Familiarity with common network test equipment (e.g. cable testers continuity testers).
- Physical and Travel Requirements:
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% often on short notice to various CONUS and OCONUS locations.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs climb ladders and work in confined spaces and various weather conditions.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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