Senior Field Systems Specialist (VA)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance plans

Vision Insurance

401K Plan with employer match

Paid holidays, sick and vacation

Job summary

Datawatch Systems in Bethesda, MD seeks a Senior Field Systems Specialist to lead field installations and coordinate with sales, service, and permitting teams. You will supervise cabling, conduit, and device terminations, ensuring on-time project delivery and quality results.

The role requires extensive electronics know‑how, IP/Ethernet experience, and readiness to travel up to 20–35% with a schedule and pre-employment screenings. This is a full‑time field position in the Bethesda area.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years' experience installing: commercial access control, video systems, low voltage, and commercial wiring/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, series and parallel circuits, open/close loops) and ability and knowledge to use digital volt meters
• 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

Electronics knowledge

IP & Networking basics

Reading schematics

Digital volt meters

Education

High School Diploma

Electronics/Electrical certificate

Tools

Digital volt meters

Cable pulling

Conduit installation

Job description

Senior Field Systems Specialist (VA)

Overview

The Senior Field Systems Specialist interacts directly with the installation manager, client, client representatives, third party vendors, and our Program management team throughout the installation process.

Responsibilities include ensuring projects are completed successfully, on schedule, and the work performed meets or exceeds client expectations.

Schedule is 7 am - 3 pm, Monday - Friday. All applicants applying for a position at Datawatch Systems must be willing to submit to a drug screening and criminal background check. EOE/M/F/V/D. DCJS #11-2294.

• Location: Bethesda, MD
• Travel: 20-35%
• Pay Rate: $40 - $50.00/hour

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.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years' experience installing:commercial access control, video systems, low voltage, and commercial wiring/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, series and parallel circuits, open/close loops) and ability and knowledge to use digital volt meters
• Knowledge of IP, Ethernet, and networking protocol and CAT5 technologies preferred

Other Eligibility Requirements

• Must be able to meet and maintain various certifications, licenses, and/or registrations, in accordance with applicable state laws and as required by the electronic security regulations in the state (s) worked.
• Must be willing to participate in and pass the company's pre-employment screening process including a background investigation and drug screening.
• Must continue to maintain a safe driving record and valid driver's license to fulfill the travel requirements of this position.

Benefits

• Choice of Medical Insurance plans
• Choice of two Dental Insurance Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA Accounts
• 401K Plan with a discretionary employer match
• 529 Plan Access
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter and Parking Benefit
• Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employer-paid 50K Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and Children
• Voluntary portable Accident, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Annual performance evaluation and salary adjustment consideration
• Paid holidays, sick and vacation leave
• Job-related tuition reimbursement