Lead Field Technician - Perimeter Intrusion Detection System - New Jersey

V2X•Newark, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

V2X is seeking a Lead Field Technician to support the New Jersey Perimeter Intrusion and Detection System (PIDS) deployed at metro New York airports. The technician works as part of a New York/New Jersey-based System Engineering and Maintenance team that designs, builds, integrates, tests, maintains, and supports a 24/7 operational surveillance system. The role supports the Site Lead and Operations Lead by coordinating and executing weekly maintenance and installation schedules and overseeing field subcontractors. The selected candidate should be self-starting and inquisitive, communicate well in writing and verbally, and thrive in an operational environment. The position requires a 24/7 on-call rotation and work from an office at Newark, LaGuardia, or JFK airport. The candidate must live in the New York City/Northern New Jersey metro area. The position description may change as needed to meet program or company requirements. The compensation range is $70,000 to $100,000 per year, based on experience.

Requirements

At least 8 years of professional experience, including 4 years supporting operational airport security systems.
Experience leading field activities for field technicians.
Experience managing subcontractors on small or large projects.
Experience using testing equipment such as multimeters and battery testers.
Ability to obtain a SIDA badge from PANYNJ by completing a federal background check and agreement to enroll in the FBI Rap Back program.
Experience with Windows and Microsoft products, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders as required.
Ability to drive program vehicles, primarily SUVs, and drive and operate bucket trucks for field-equipment maintenance.
A two-year technical degree, an accredited apprenticeship program, or equivalent in a technical field.
Must live in the New York City/Northern New Jersey metro area and be able to work from offices at Newark, LaGuardia, or JFK airports.
Must participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

Execute weekly program maintenance and project schedules and priorities provided by the Site Lead, Operations Lead, or assigned Project Lead.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance, sensor installations, and other field-system support tasks.
Support ad hoc requests, including site walks, inspections of other technicians’ work quality, and providing training and guidance as needed.
Learn equipment, its uses, and field troubleshooting through existing operations and maintenance manuals and on-the-job training with site and operations leads and engineers.
Generate daily reports of field activities performed by V2X technicians.
Oversee subcontractors performing PIDS installations as part of larger PANYNJ construction projects.
Coordinate with the site lead, operations lead, field technicians, supply chain, and engineering to execute project and maintenance schedules.
Create checklists and assist with creating schedules as required.
Assess existing processes and procedures and recommend improvements.
Participate in a rotation providing 24/7 on-call hotline support.