UGS Specialist: Border Security Field Technician

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Insurance programs

Education and training assistance

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an Unattended Ground Sensors Specialist to support border security. You will maintain sensors, perform inspections, and provide technical support. The role requires travel and the ability to work in remote environments.

Qualified candidates hold an active CBP BI or TOP SECRET clearance, U.S. citizenship, and an Associate’s degree in electronics or related fields, with at least five years of UGS experience and knowledge of sensors, encryption, and data transmission.

Qualifications

• Active CBP BI or TOP SECRET clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required for clearance.
• Associate’s degree in electronics, telecommunications, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with unattended ground sensors or similar tech.
• Knowledge of wireless comms, encryption, security, and AI with image recognition.
• Willingness to travel frequently and be deployed for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain currency on sensor types and capabilities for border security.
• Inventory and maintenance of unattended ground sensors and related systems.
• Perform inspections, alignment, testing, and preventive maintenance.
• Provide technical assistance during UGS operation and maintenance.
• Develop and implement new UGS technologies and strategies.

Skills

Active CBP BI or TOP SECRET clearance

U.S. Citizenship

Willingness to travel

Ability to work in remote environments

Physical endurance

Education

Associate’s degree in electronics, telecommunications, or related field

Tools

UGS hardware tools

Sensor deployment tools

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an Unattended Ground Sensors Specialist to support border security. You will maintain sensors, perform inspections, and provide technical support. The role requires travel and the ability to work in remote environments.

Qualified candidates hold an active CBP BI or TOP SECRET clearance, U.S. citizenship, and an Associate’s degree in electronics or related fields, with at least five years of UGS experience and knowledge of sensors, encryption, and data transmission.