Operations Lead - Perimeter Intrusion Detection System

V2X • Newark, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

V2X is seeking an Operations Lead to support the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s Perimeter Intrusion and Detection System (PIDS) deployed at metro New York airports. The role is part of a New York/New Jersey-based System Engineering and Maintenance team responsible for designing, building, integrating, testing, maintaining, and supporting the 24/7 operational surveillance system.

The Operations Lead supports the V2X Site Lead/Airport Manager by coordinating and executing weekly maintenance and installation schedules and overseeing field subcontractors. The role requires a self-starting, inquisitive candidate with strong written and verbal communication skills who can work effectively in an operational environment. The candidate 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. Participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation is required.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of professional experience, including 3 years supporting operational systems; airport-environment experience is preferred.
• Experience leading a team of 3 or more personnel.
• Experience managing subcontractors on small or large projects.
• Experience with Windows/Microsoft products, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to obtain a PANYNJ-issued SIDA badge by completing a federal background check and agreeing to enroll in the FBI’s Rap Back program.
• A two-year technical degree, an accredited apprenticeship program, or equivalent education 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.

Nice To Haves

• Airport-environment experience supporting operational systems.
• Experience with fiber optics.
• Technical experience with low-voltage troubleshooting and/or fiber testing or splicing.

Responsibilities

• Manage Field Technician assignments and tasks according to weekly maintenance and project schedules and priorities set by the Site Lead, PE, or PM.
• Plan, execute, and document preventive and corrective maintenance schedules and new sensor installations.
• Learn the equipment, its uses, and field troubleshooting techniques through existing O&M manuals and on-the-job training with the site lead and/or field engineers.
• Generate daily reports of field technician activities.
• Oversee subcontractors working on ongoing PIDS installations within larger PANYNJ construction projects.
• Schedule, provide, or facilitate specialized technician training through on-the-job training and engineering team-up training.
• Participate in a rotation of 24/7 on-call hotline support.
• Assess and recommend improvements to existing processes and procedures.
• Ensure the quality of work performed by the field technician team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree