Operations Lead - Perimeter Intrusion Detection System

V2X, Inc.; Village of Newark (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X is seeking an Operations Lead to support the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s PIDS deployed at the metro NY airports. The role involves coordinating weekly maintenance, installing sensors, and supervising field subcontractors as part of a 24/7 ops team.

You will report to the Site Lead/Airport Manager and ensure timely, safe, and quality work. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in operations, prior leadership of 3+ technicians, experience with Windows/Microsoft tools, and the ability

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience including 3+ in operational systems (airport env preferred).
• Experience leading a team of 3+ personnel.
• Experience managing subcontractors on projects of any size.
• Proficiency with Windows/Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to obtain a SIDA badge with FBI background checks.

Responsibilities

• Manage field technician assignments and tasks per weekly schedules.
• Plan, execute and document preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Learn equipment through manuals and OJT with site leads.
• Generate daily field activity reports.
• Oversee subcontractors on PIDS installations within larger projects.
• Coordinate training for technicians via OJT and team-ups.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation.
• Propose process and procedure improvements.
• Ensure quality of fieldwork performed by technicians.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Self-starting

On-call support

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Windows/Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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 an Operations Lead 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 Operations Lead 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 be primarily responsible for supporting the V2X Site Lead/Airport Manager with coordination and execution of the weekly maintenance and installation schedules and field subcontractor oversight. 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. Technical experience with low voltage troubleshooting and/or fiber testing/splicing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Specific Duties:

• Management of Field Technician assignments and tasks as set in the weekly maintenance and project schedules based on priorities set by the Site Lead/PE/PM.
• Plan, execute and document preventive & corrective maintenance schedule and new sensor installations.
• Learn all equipment, their uses & field troubleshooting techniques by way of researching existing O&M manuals and OJT with the site lead and/or field engineers.
• Generate daily reports of field activities by V2X technician
• Provide oversight of subcontractors for ongoing PIDS installations as part of larger PANYJ construction projects.
• Schedule, provide or facilitate specialized training for technicians through OJT, engineering team-up training
• Participate in a rotation of 24/7 on-call hotline support
• Assess and recommend improvement to the existing processes & procedures
• Ensure quality of work performed by the field technician team

Qualifications

Experience:

• A minimum of 6 years professional experience including 3 years supporting operational systems (airport environment preferred)
• Experience leading a team of 3+ personnel
• Experience managing subcontractors on small or large projects
• Experience with Windows/Microsoft products including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Candidate must be able to obtain a SIDA badge issued by the PANYNJ (customer) by completing a Federal background check and agreeing to enroll in FBI’s Rap Back program.

Desired Experience:

• Experience with fiber optics is preferred

Education:

• A two-year technical degree, an accredited apprenticeship program or the equivalent in a technical field.

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.