Lead Field Engineer: Border Tech Deployment and Testing

SimIS Inc; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Short-Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

SimIS Inc is seeking a Senior Field Engineer to lead field operations for technology deployment along the Southwest border. This role requires over 8 years of experience in field engineering, particularly with surveillance and detection systems. Candidates need to be able to work in extreme conditions and travel frequently to remote locations. The position offers competitive benefits including medical insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of field engineering experience required.
• Ability to obtain DHS suitability background check.
• Proven ability to coordinate complex operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead field engineering teams during technology deployment.
• Document deployment locations and configurations.
• Conduct site surveys accounting for terrain and environmental factors.

Skills

Field engineering experience with surveillance or detection systems

Leadership of field teams

Knowledge of border security technologies

Technical documentation and field reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Project Management Professional (PMP)

CSEP certification

Tools

Surveillance systems

Detection systems

UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems)

Job description

SimIS Inc is seeking a Senior Field Engineer to lead field operations for technology deployment along the Southwest border. This role requires over 8 years of experience in field engineering, particularly with surveillance and detection systems. Candidates need to be able to work in extreme conditions and travel frequently to remote locations. The position offers competitive benefits including medical insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) savings plan.