Electronics Technician 2 - Chantilly, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc; Sully Square (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automation and security solutions seeks an Electronics Technician 2 for their Security and Electronic Systems unit. This role involves installing and maintaining electronic security systems, requiring significant expertise in electronics and security standards. The company offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development through training

Leadership programs

Tuition reimbursement

Open communication with management

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of electronics installation and maintenance experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required; must be willing to undergo a polygraph.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electronic security systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Lead small to moderately complex service projects.

Skills

Electronic security systems

Installation and maintenance

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Military Electronics Training

Electronics Technician Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking driven individuals who aspire to excel and make a meaningful impact by powering, automating, integrating, and securing critical infrastructure and facilities. Join over 5,800 professionals at M.C. Dean who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems, and deliver essential management platforms for long-term sustainability. Our work transforms complex, large-scale systems to enhance client outcomes, improve lives, and make a positive global impact.

We are seeking an Electronics Technician 2 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) Business Unit. You will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates, and maintains electronic security services, including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual systems, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems for federal, local, and commercial clients across high-growth markets.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electronic security systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Lead small to moderately complex service projects.
• Conduct and document daily toolbox talks.
• Install head end equipment locally and globally per design packages.
• Program head end equipment for access control, intrusion detection, and CCTV systems.
• Troubleshoot and isolate system and hardware issues locally and globally.
• Provide on-site software commissioning and testing, including inspections, evaluations, and inventory.

Qualifications

Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants must be U.S. Citizens and eligible for a government security investigation. ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance required; must be willing to undergo a polygraph.

Education:

• HS diploma or GED, Military Electronics Training (minimum 720 hours), or
• Graduation from an accredited Electronics Technician or Electrical Apprenticeship program.
• At least three (3) years of electronics installation and maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Experience:

• 4+ years in electronics installation/maintenance across multiple systems and customer programs.
• At least 3 years focused on electronic security systems.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and managing time effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is a plus.

Preferred Certifications: Vendor certifications in IDS, ACS, CCTV systems (e.g., CCURE, Lenel, Bosch, etc.) and experience in their installation.

What We Offer

• A collaborative environment driven by engineering and innovation, emphasizing agility, expertise, and trust.
• The opportunity to grow a business with an industry leader with over 75 years of experience.
• Investment in your professional development through training, leadership programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Open communication with leadership and local management.

Abilities

• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds regularly, following safety protocols.
• Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder independently.
• Work at heights up to 60 feet, climb scaffolds, aerial lifts, and ladders.
• Perform physical activities such as walking, climbing, lifting, and reaching routinely.
• Good vision (corrected if necessary), color vision, hearing, and English communication skills.
• Recognize problems or potential issues, apply general rules to specific problems, and synthesize information to draw conclusions.