Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Lead Engineering Technician

VTG; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Electronic Security Systems Lead Technician to oversee critical installations of access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems. This role requires extensive experience in physical security systems and the ability to lead a team effectively. You will be responsible for ensuring the functionality of various devices, conducting tests, and collaborating closely with project managers and engineers. If you possess a strong technical background and are ready to take on a challenging role with travel opportunities, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of installation experience with physical security systems.
• Experience leading teams on installation projects.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection devices.
• Collaborate with ESS Engineer and Project Manager on installations.
• Ensure quality and schedule of installation activities.

Skills

Installation of physical security systems

Team leadership

Reading and modifying installation designs

Technical report analysis

Troubleshooting electronic systems

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Access Control Systems (ACS)

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)

Job description

VTG is seeking an Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Lead Technician to support various projects CONUS and OCONUS.

What will you do?

Specific duties include:

• Discusses standard layout and assembly procedures and problems.
• May draw sketches to clarify design details and functional criteria of electronic units.
• Review the system logs and error logs for any problem indications.
• Physical inspection of all access control, video surveillance and intrusion detection devices to ensure full functionality and proper alignment.
• Test each access control, video surveillance and intrusion detection device installed to verify correct operations are recorded on the system log.
• Test each backup battery installed in each ACS/IDS sub-system enclosure.
• Recommend changes in circuitry or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance.
• Sets up standard test apparatus and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production model.
• Analyzes and interprets test data.
• Adjusts, calibrates, aligns, and modifies circuitry and components and records effects on unit performance.
• Utilizes technical reports and charts, graphs, and schematics for system's operating characteristics, malfunctions, deviations from design specifications, and functional limitations.
• Checks functioning of newly installed equipment to evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions.
• Works collaboratively with the ESS Engineer and Project Manager.
• Responsible for the quality and schedule of installation activities.

Do you have what it takes?

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma.
• (10) years of Installation experience with physical security access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection system hardware.
• (10) years of Installation experience with one or more systems in each of the following categories:
• Access Control System (ACS): LENEL, AMAG, VINDICATOR, HIRSCH, SOFTWARE HOUSE.
• Intrusion Detection System (IDS): BOSCH, VINDICATOR, DIGITIZE.
• Closed Circuit Television (CCTV): AMERICAN DYNAMICS, PELCO, AXIS, INTERLOGIX, BOSCH, AVIGILON, MILESTONE, TOSHIBA SURVEILLIX.
• Security +.
• Certifications in any of the above a plus.
• Experience leading a team of technicians on successful installation projects.
• Experience reading and modifying installation designs, drawings, and blueprints.

Clearance:

• Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain TS.
• Valid passport for international travel, with at least six months before expiration.

Travel:

• Ability to travel up to 60% CONUS and OCONUS.