VSS & PACS Installation Lead Technician (ROAD WARRIOR) (clearable)

Akima; Yuma (AZ); Remote; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) seeks a Lead Security Installation Specialist to drive PACS and video surveillance installations for WAPA. You will manage on-site and remote teams, read schematics, coordinate with vendors, and ensure NEC electrical safety. If MCIT or low-voltage licensing exists, it’s a plus.

The role is remote with extensive travel to DSW Region (AZ, CA, NV); pay ranges from $90,000 to $100,000, and benefits are available for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship with ability to pass DoE background checks.
• Current passport and valid driver’s license.
• High school or trade diploma; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive technical experience leading security system installations (PACS and VSS).
• Extensive experience as a team lead with scheduling and personnel management.
• Experience as a technician installing electronics/electrical systems including intrusion detection, access control, video surveillance, intercoms, mass notification, conduit, and low voltage systems.
• Ability to use basic test equipment and document site test data.
• Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment; detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• Strong verbal communication; able to work independently or with limited supervision.
• Ability to install, test and troubleshoot security system equipment; read schematics and maintenance manuals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary leader for project execution; develops schedules and ensures adherence to plans.
• Assist in managing scope of work, procurement, quality of project materials, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Manage install teams in remote locations.
• Install electronic and technical security systems per DoE guidelines and requirements.
• Read and interpret electrical, electronic, and electro-mechanical schematics.
• Use test equipment such as multimeters and cable testers.
• Follow wiring guidelines and read building construction plans (blueprints).
• Ensure NEC compliance and electrical safety practices.
• Perform maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and testing of security wiring and power circuits.
• Work with various systems including IP CCTV (Milestone) and Access Control (Lenel), as well as locks and related hardware.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Electrical knowledge

Technical troubleshooting

Verbal communication

Read schematics

Test equipment use

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Education

High school or trade diploma

Bachelor’s degree (nice to have)

Tools

Multimeters

Cable testers

Fluke

Klein

Ideal

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) is looking for a Lead Security Installation Specialist to join our team of outstanding professionals installing Physical Access Control System (PACS) and Video Surveillance Systems (VSS) for the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA). Milestone Certified Integration Technician (MCIT) certificate a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a primary leader for execution on assigned projects. Develops project schedules and executes according to plan
• Assists in managing, scope of work, procurement, quality of project materials, vendors and subcontractors
• Manage install teams in remote locations.
• Responsible for installing Electronic and Technical Security Systems to DoE guidelines and requirements
• Reads, interprets, and draws electrical, electronic, and electro-mechanical schematics
• Be familiar with and use test equipment such as multimeters and cable testers (e.g., Fluke, Klein, Ideal)
• Follows strict installation wiring guidelines and read and interpret building construction plans (blueprints)
• Knowledgeable with National Electric Code (NEC) requirements and practices such as grounding and electrical safety
• Performs maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and testing of security wiring & power circuits
• Be familiar with and have a working knowledge of a multitude of systems including but not limited to:
• IP CCTV Surveillance Systems such as Milestone
• Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems such as Lenel
• Mechanical and electromechanical locking systems (electronic strikes, locks, mag’s, etc.)

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen able to pass and obtain a government background check including financial, credit, and criminal checks.
• Current Passport and valid Driver’s License.
• High School/Trade (bachelor's degree nice to have).
• At least 10 years of progressive technical experience including proven experience leading the installation of security systems (PACS and VSS).
• Must have extensive experience as a successful team lead, managing both schedule and personnel.
• Must have experience as a technician with installation of electronics/electrical systems including, but not limited to:
• Intrusion Detection Systems
• Access Control Systems
• Video Surveillance Systems
• Intercom Systems
• Mass Notification Systems
• Conduit Installation
• Low Voltage Electrical Systems
• Must be able to use basic test equipment and the preparation of site test data and documentation.
• Must have the ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment, be detailed orientated, and self-motivated.
• Must have strong verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or under limited supervision.
• Must have the ability to install, test and troubleshoot Electronic and Technical Security System equipment, read schematics and maintenance manuals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products and Adobe Acrobat.

Desired Qualification

• Milestone Certified Integration Technician (MCIT).
• Low voltage license.

Work schedule

of Monday-Thursday (4x10hr) schedule, with flexibility to work paid overtime if approved and requested.

Travel Locations

DSW Region (Arizona, California, Nevada).

Travel Requirements

Varies but expected travel is approximately 90%.

Job ID

2026-25605

Work Type

Remote

Pay Range

$90,000 - $100,000

Benefits

• Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

For our shareholders

, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers

, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee

, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).