Technical Security Systems Technician — Field & Lab Testing

General Dynamics - IT; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking personnel to conduct evaluations and testing for next‑gen Technical Security Systems. The role involves developing documentation including requirements, evaluation reports, and deployment instructions while supporting Diplomatic Security field activities worldwide.

Responsibilities include collaborating with manufacturers on product improvements, maintaining testing labs and equipment, and ensuring system lifecycle support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of technical security experience.
• Secret clearance required; ability to obtain Top Secret.
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts or supports evaluations and testing for new/next generation Technical Security System.
• Develops, maintains and reviews system documentation including requirements, evaluation reports, test plans, deployment instructions, and bulletins.
• Provides Technical Security System support to Diplomatic Security field activities to maximize operational capabilities worldwide.
• Collaborates with manufacturers on new products and system improvements.
• Maintains testing labs and equipment.

Skills

Circuit diagrams

Electrical schematics

Lifting capability

System testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical field

Tools

AutoCAD/Visio

Microsoft Office

Job description

General Dynamics - IT is seeking personnel to conduct evaluations and testing for next‑gen Technical Security Systems. The role involves developing documentation including requirements, evaluation reports, and deployment instructions while supporting Diplomatic Security field activities worldwide.

Responsibilities include collaborating with manufacturers on product improvements, maintaining testing labs and equipment, and ensuring system lifecycle support.