Field Engineer III

** Security Clearance Required

Company Overview

Systems Technology Forum LTD (STF) is an established industry partner with a passion for exceptional performance and an unwavering commitment to our clients. As a premier provider of management, engineering, information technology, and logistics services, STF is committed to delivering high-quality systems engineering, technical and professional support services that meet and exceed deliverable requirements.

STF offers superior out-of-the-box solutions to end-to-end problems and customer-centric support to the United States Government, Military, Department of Defense (DoD), and other federal agencies.

Job Summary

Acts as a technical teammate that is an essential part of every Electronic Security System (ESS) and Mass Notification System (MNS) project executed by the company. Ensures technical accuracy is applied to all phases of a project. Works closely with the company's Engineering Department and the Operations Project Manager to ensure that all Engineering support is planned for, coordinated, and executed to the project standards.

Travel is required.

Responsibilities and Duties

Works with Mass Notifications (outdoor warning sirens, indoor public address systems) and Electronic Security Systems (CCTV Cameras, Access Control Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems). Understands low and high voltage systems (national codes, theory, safety, technology). Understands how to design new or upgrade systems to integrate in with existing systems infrastructure. Understands fire alarm systems. Understands how to read design documents (technical and architectural). Understands cyber security. Understands and executes systems programming for Mass Notifications and Electronic Security Systems. Understands general light construction (theory and process). Must be able to organize information in logical sequence and be able to present information in a clear, easy to understand way for all types of users (Government, Private, and Public). Works with Mass Notification Systems Responsibilities: Must be able to design a Mass Notification Systems solution for clients based on general scope of work provided. This may be a brand new system or an upgrade to the existing system. Electronic Security Systems Responsibilities: CCTV: Must understand and know how to design a general CCTV solution to include Video Management Software, Video Recording Devices, and Cameras of all types (fixed, PTZ, indoor, outdoor) Access Control Systems: Must understand and know how to design a general Access Control System utilizing the essential components of the ACS to include badge readers of all types, access control management software, and door access hardware. Intrusion Detection Systems: Must understand and know how to design a general Intrusion Detection Systems to include door and window alarms and management software. Project Specific Responsibilities: Must understand how to conduct a site survey based on project scope of work and company's standard operating procedures for project site surveys ○ Must be able to utilize MS Projects and have the aptitude to learn MS Projects or other project management software as required by the company. Must be able to present design concepts in a professional manner to partners, vendors, and clients (in person, teleconference, and video conference). Must be able to manage a project in the absence of a Project Manager for a limited period of time. This requires conducting internal meetings, coordinating with clients and ensuring the vendors are on schedule. Administrative Specific Responsibilities: ○ Must have strong writing and verbal communications skills. This means that the Field Engineer will be able to create professional documents, emails, and presentations as required. ○ Must have a strong knowledge of database management and scheduling. Must have knowledge of Electronic Security Systems; Mass Notification Systems; Access Control Systems.

Qualifications and Skills

Required knowledge and years of experience

Must have at least three (3) years of directly related field engineering support experience is required.

Education Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Physical Science or related technical field or the equivalent experience is required (a minimum of 10 years of directly related experience is required in lieu of a BS degree).

Certifications

Certifications on various Mass Notification/Giant Giant Voice and Electronic Security Systems; Mass Notification Systems: SiRcom, Cooper WAVES, Federal Signal, ATI, Whelen, Genasys, etc.; Electronic Security Systems: AMAG, Lenel, Bosch, DMP, etc.; and Network+, CCNA, Juniper (or able to obtain upon hire)

Clearance Requirement

Secret

Benefits and Perks

At STF, we recognize that talented employees are the foundation of our success. STF provides benefits and compensation packages to help our employees meet the diverse and changing needs throughout their careers and lives. 

Benefits packages include the following:

• Medical Plans administered through United HealthCare
• Vision and Dental Plan Benefits
• 401(k) Tax-Deferred Retirement Plan
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Dependent / Medical Care Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Health and Welfare Medical
• Holiday Leave
• Industry Competitive Salaries
• Life Insurance (basic and supplemental) 
• Paid Time Off / Annual Comprehensive Personal Leave
• Performance / Award Bonuses
• Professional Development Coursework
• Technical Training 
• Tuition Assistance Program
• TotalChoice Voluntary Benefits
• STF Cares / Paid Time Off to Volunteer 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
 

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