Electronic Technician 1

ACQCENTRIC INC; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ACQCENTRIC INC. is seeking an Electronic Technician I to join the Engineering Support team in Springfield, Virginia. You will assist with installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electronic security systems and field devices in a fast-paced government contractor environment.

The role requires hands-on cable pulling, device mounting, and testing activities, with a focus on accurate blueprint interpretation and adherence to ESS codes. A Secret clearance capability is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience.
• High School Diploma or GED with reading, writing and analytic skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparations for cable pulling and cable terminations.
• Assist in cable testing with VOM, continuity tester, TDR, OTDR.
• Assist in mounting devices such as readers, door contacts, cameras.
• Locate field devices on a blueprint and interpret elevation/mounting details.
• Repair and maintain electronic security system equipment.
• Support deployment and sustainment activities for government and contractor stakeholders.

Skills

Cable pulling

Device mounting

Blueprint reading

Security systems

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

VOM

TDR

OTDR

Job description

Description

AcqCentric is looking for an Electronic Technician to join our Engineering Support team! In this role, you will support electronic security system installation and sustainment activities in Springfield, Virginia, working in a collaborative

environment to meet mission requirements. The Electronic Technician I will assist with the deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electronic security systems and field devices, supporting government and contractor stakeholders in a fast-paced, operational setting.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist in preparations for cable pulling.
• Assist in cable pulling (i.e. 18-2, RG 6, Cat5e, Fiber Optics).
• Assist in cable terminations. (i.e. butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks and BNC).
• Assist in cable testing. (i.e. VOM, Continuity tester, TDR, OTDR).
• Assist in mounting devices. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Locate TSS field devices on a blueprint. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Accurately interpret elevation & mounting details on a blueprint to install field devices.
• Identify the differences between ESS codes and standards to complete a given task. (i.e. pulling cables, mounting field devices, terminating cables).
• Identify different types of cables and their usages. (i.e. Cable Markings, Class 2 & 3, Communication, Plenum, Shielded, High Performance).
• Identify different types of connectors and their usages. (i.e. butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks and BNC).
• Assist in installing raceways and pathways.
• Assist in simple conduit bends as needed. (i.e. 90 & Off sets to connect head end devices).
• Assist in terminating devices. (i.e. Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras).
• Repair and maintain electronic security system equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• At least one year of related experience.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D along with reading, writing, and analytic skills.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders, ascend/descend structures, and perform work at elevated heights
• Must be able to be cleared for authorization to operate a government vehicle.
• Must be able to speak, write, and understand the English language.
• Capability to obtain Secret Clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge in the following areas: Apprenticeship Core Curriculum, Apprenticeship Level One Curriculum, OSHA 10, Ethic Training, First Aid/CPR, Powder Actuated Tools, VA DCJS.
• Prior experience in construction and or electronic security work preferred.
• OEM Electronic Security System certifications are a plus, but not required for this position.