Senior Field Systems Engineer – Access Control & Networking

Datawatch Systems; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance plans

Dental Insurance Plans

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Job summary

Datawatch Systems in Bethesda, MD is seeking a Senior Field Systems Specialist who coordinates with the installation manager, client, and vendors to drive projects from kickoff to completion. You will monitor timelines, manage milestones, and ensure the work meets or exceeds client expectations.

The role runs 7 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday, with 20–35% travel. Candidates must pass pre-employment screening, including background check and drug test.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience installing: commercial access control, video systems, low voltage, and cabling or knowledge of building, fire, and life safety codes pertaining to construction and electrical systems
• High School diploma/GED preferred
• Technical/Trade/Vocational school certificate in electronics/electrical is desirable
• Strong electronics knowledge/background (AC/DC theory, circuits) and ability and knowledge to use digital voltmeters
• Knowledge of IP, Ethernet, and networking protocol and CAT5 technologies preferred

Responsibilities

• Pre-installation job site visits with sales team to assist with generating proper scope of work
• Communicate with the installation manager, customer service, and permitting team, and client on project timeline and milestones
• Supervise and assist installation on pulling cable, rough in, installing conduit, terminate cables at device and headend
• Provide updated project manager reports weekly
• Stays up to date and knowledgeable on new services, technology, and internal processes/procedures

Skills

Ten+ years field experience

Electronics knowledge

IP/Ethernet basics

Digital voltmeters

Education

High school diploma/GED

Electronics/electrical certificate

Job description

Datawatch Systems in Bethesda, MD is seeking a Senior Field Systems Specialist who coordinates with the installation manager, client, and vendors to drive projects from kickoff to completion. You will monitor timelines, manage milestones, and ensure the work meets or exceeds client expectations.

The role runs 7 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday, with 20–35% travel. Candidates must pass pre-employment screening, including background check and drug test.