Engineering Technician - Bethesda, MD

Serco; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco is hiring a Field Engineering Technician to support U.S. Navy Public Safety Systems at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda.

The role covers CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and vehicle barrier systems to protect personnel and facilities while supporting mission readiness. You will operate in a DoD mission-support environment under a federal contract, performing installation, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair in active environments, with documentation and

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electronics, field maintenance, or security system support.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic or electromechanical systems.
• Basic administrative skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Outlook, Teams, and ticketing/work order systems (e.g., Remedy).
• Ability to work independently in field environments with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally (up to 10%).

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electronic security and public safety systems including CCTV and access control.
• Work with card readers, intrusion detection and alarm systems, and mass notification/emergency alert systems.
• Maintain Access Control Points (ACP) and Entry Control Points (ECP) and vehicle barrier systems such as hydraulic gates and bollards.
• Document maintenance actions, coordinate parts replacement, and liaise with Navy and installation personnel to ensure system availability.

Skills

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting electronics

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

Field Engineering Technician – Public Safety Systems. Serco is hiring a Field Engineering Technician to support U.S. Navy Public Safety Systems (PSS) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (NSA Bethesda). This role supports mission-critical electronic security and physical protection systems including access control, surveillance, and perimeter barrier infrastructure that protect personnel, facilities, and operational readiness.

This position operates within a stable long-term U.S. Navy / DoD mission support environment under an established federal contract.

Job Responsibilities

This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic security and public safety systems including CCTV and video surveillance systems, access control systems and card readers, intrusion detection and alarm systems, mass notification and emergency alert systems, Access Control Points (ACP) and Entry Control Points (ECP), and vehicle barrier systems including hydraulic gates, crash‑rated barriers, and electromechanical bollards. Work includes preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of electronic and electromechanical systems in active operational environments. The technician will also document maintenance actions, coordinate parts replacement, and work directly with Navy and installation personnel to ensure system availability and mission readiness.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electronics, field maintenance, or security system support
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics
• Experience troubleshooting electronic or electromechanical systems
• Basic administrative skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Outlook, Teams, and ticketing/work order systems (e.g., Remedy)
• Ability to work independently in field environments with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally (up to 10%)

Additional Desired Experience And Skills

• Experience in one or more of the following is highly desirable:
• Military electronics maintenance or technical maintenance roles, physical security systems such as CCTV, alarms, and access control systems, Access Control Points (ACP) and Entry Control Points (ECP), vehicle barrier systems including hydraulic gates, bollards, and crash‑rated perimeter security systems, low‑voltage electrical systems, or field service technician roles in military, aircraft, airport, industrial, or other mission‑critical environments.

Candidates with experience in comparable DoD, federal, military, or large-scale commercial security environments are encouraged to apply. Relevant experience may include electronic security systems, CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, perimeter security, or vehicle barrier systems, along with transferable technical skills, certifications, and hands‑on maintenance training.

Why Join This Role

This position offers the opportunity to support critical U.S. Navy public safety and security systems through hands‑on technical field work that directly impacts mission readiness and force protection. It provides long‑term stability within a U.S. Navy and DoD mission support environment under an established federal sustainment contract, along with exposure to advanced access control, perimeter security, and barrier systems in a mission‑critical operational setting.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.
To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government‑issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee.
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary depending on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Salary range: The hourly amount for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This role is covered by the Service Contract Act. For positions on this contract, we will pay the prevailing wage rate for the location in which the employee is working, as determined by the Department of Labor and the Wage Determination (WD). The wage rate will vary depending on the locality. Additionally, you will receive Health and Welfare Benefits based on the WD for the contract. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full‑time employees (part‑time members receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or Service Contract Labor Standards.

The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations.