Field Engineer I - Perimeter Intrusion Detection System

Vectrus, Inc; New York, Newark (NY, NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X is a multi-disciplined Field Engineer role supporting the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s Perimeter Intrusion and Detection System (PIDS) at NYC airports. The NY/NJ based System Engineering and Maintenance team designs, builds, integrates, tests, maintains, and supports this 24/7 surveillance system.

The selected candidate interfaces with computing infrastructure, networks and control applications, and must be self-starting with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience.
• Experience supporting logistics and warehouse activities.
• Experience troubleshooting field equipment failures.
• Experience monitoring availability and performance of subsystems.
• Experience with Windows/Microsoft products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting field equipment failures.
• Provide maintenance support for primary and secondary subsystems.
• Support technicians and engineering with system maintenance activities.
• Monitor availability and performance of assigned subsystems.
• Provide engineering support for new projects and design changes.
• Perform integration and test of new sensors.
• Support logistics and warehouse activities.
• Assist with incident analysis and bench tests.

Skills

Field troubleshooting

Logistics support

System monitoring

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

This is a 6 Month Temporary Position

About Us:

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

General Function:

V2X is seeking a multi-disciplined Field Engineer to support the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s Perimeter Intrusion and Detection System (PIDS) deployed at the metro NY airports. The PIDS Field Engineer works as part of a New York/New Jersey based System Engineering and Maintenance team that designs, builds, integrates, tests, maintains, and supports this 24 * 7 operational surveillance system.

This position will interface with many areas of the operational system including computing infrastructure, networks and command and control applications. The selected candidate should be self-starting and inquisitive with good written and verbal communication skills and thrive in the challenges of working in an operational environment.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Specific Duties:

• Assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting issues with equipment failures in the field.
• Provide maintenance support of the primary and secondary subsystems.
• Provide support to technicians and engineering team with system maintenance activities.
• Monitor availability and performance of assigned subsystems.
• Provide engineering support for new projects and design changes.
• Perform integration and test of new sensors.
• Support logistics and warehouse activities.
• Support engineering with incident analysis and engineering investigations / bench tests.

Qualifications

Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years professional experience
• Experience supporting logistics and warehouse activities
• Experience with troubleshooting issues with equipment failures in the field.
• Experience with monitoring availability and performance of assigned sub systems.
• Experience with Windows/Microsoft products including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Ability to obtain SIDA badge from the assigned airports

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related field

Physical Acitivies:

• Climbing up and down stairs/ladders, as required.

Location:

• The candidate must live in the New York City / Northern New Jersey metro area and be able to work from our offices at either the Newark, LaGuardia, or JFK airports. A 24/7 on call rotation is a requirement for this position

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.