Electronics Technician III

Chenega Corporation; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Corporation in Chantilly, VA is seeking an Electronics Technician III responsible for installation, repair and maintenance of electronic security systems, including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection and PA systems. Candidates should have six years of experience in non-residential electronics or an AA/AS in Electronics, and be able to read blueprints and operate test equipment.

Certification in MDI required and ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Reading blueprints and plans for installations.
• Experience with installation and troubleshooting of electronic security systems.
• Knowledge of CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and building plans.
• Use, repair, and calibrate test equipment (meters, oscilloscopes).
• Work with low voltage DC electronic and electromechanical systems.
• Bench repair of electronic, electrical, and electromechanical gear to component level.
• Support AC power distribution, motor-generators, relays and controls.
• Maintain CCTV, access control devices, and video/security systems.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Test equipment use

Troubleshooting electronics

Low voltage systems

CCTV security systems

Intrusion detection

Access control systems

Education

High school diploma

AA/AS in Electronics

BS/BA in Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Calibration tools

Electrical test meters

Job description

Summary

The Electronics Technician III has expertise in the installation, repair and maintenance of electronic security systems. Certification in MDI Required.

Responsibilities

• Reading and interpreting building plans (blueprints)
• Use, repair, and/or calibration of electronic test equipment – meters, oscilloscopes
• Low voltage DC electronic systems / electromechanical systems
• Bench repair of electronic, electrical, and electromechanical equipment to the component level
• AC power distribution systems, motor-generators
• Motors, motor controls, disconnects, relays.
• Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
• Mechanical and electromechanical locking systems – electronic strikes, locks
• Pedestrian and vehicular access control systems – door controls, vehicle barriers/arrest
• Closed-circuit television systems (CCTV) systems – monitors, cameras, switchers
• Metal detectors – handheld, walk through.
• Radio communications systems, voice, and digital communications networks
• Intrusion Detection Systems – alarms, detectors, sensors
• Public Address Systems – emergency notification systems, intercom.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• At least six years’ experience in non-residential electronics installation & troubleshooting is required with a high school degree; OR
• At least three years’ experience with an AA/AS in Electronics from an accredited program; OR
• At least two years’ experience with a BS/BA in Electronics from an accredited program.
• Successfully pass background and drug screening

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Electronics Fundamentals: Comprehensive understanding of basic and advanced electronic circuits, systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Security Systems: Extensive knowledge of various types of security systems including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems.

Physical Demands:

• Sufficient fine motor skill for use of computers, calculator with an ability to withstand repetitive keyboarding for extended periods of time
• Visual, auditory and communication abilities sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job
• Ability to kneel bend and twist at the waist on an occasional basis,
• Ability to push, pull, carry and lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds on a regular basis and more on an occasional basis
• Ability to travel by plane and safely operate a motor vehicle

Work Environment:

• The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.
• During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $74,000.00/Yr. Up to USD $84,000.00/Yr.