Sr. Lifesafety Technician

Leidos • Chantilly, VA

40d

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a Senior Security & Life Safety Technician who is responsible for supporting the planning, monitoring, and maintenance of life safety and security systems across all organizational facilities. This role ensures the optimal performance and compliance of fire detection, hazard monitoring, emergency egress, and fire suppression systems. The technician plays a key role in supporting outage response, system documentation, and ongoing safety reporting to uphold a safe and compliant environment for personnel and property.

Requirements

• TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in facilities operations, maintenance, or space planning.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, allocate, and manage facility space across multiple locations.
• Must obtain a NICET Level 2 certification within one year of job acceptance.
• Working knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
• Experience supporting facility inspections and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to solve moderately complex problems by drawing from experience and applying practical judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with facility management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Facility Management Professional (FMP), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or similar industry certifications.
• Experience in project management, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting for construction or renovation projects.
• Proficiency in interpreting building codes, safety regulations, and compliance requirements (e.g., OSHA, ADA).
• Background in managing contract negotiations and vendor performance.
• Familiarity with CAD software and space planning tools.
• Demonstrated success in long-range space planning and workforce utilization strategies.
• Knowledge of energy management, sustainability practices, and building automation systems (BAS/BMS).

Responsibilities

• Submits life safety incident reports to the site GPOCs to include 24-hour incident reporting of life safety incidents affecting mission operations.
• Duties include Life Safety Systems Inspection/Testing/Maintenance according to DoD UFC standards.
• Oversee and maintain life safety systems including fire alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, hazard monitoring systems, and egress systems.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and documentation of life safety systems to ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Provide technical support for safety system outages and support restoration efforts to minimize operational disruptions.
• Read, monitor, and document safety system performance for daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Collaborate with facilities management and safety teams to ensure proactive maintenance and readiness of emergency systems.
• Assist in the development of safety inspection procedures and emergency protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED