Security Systems Engineering Manager​/Design Manager

At Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS), we don’t just design systems, we help protect missions, modernize military installations, and make federal facilities smarter, more resilient, and mission-ready. As a trusted partner to the Department of Defense and other federal agencies, we combine engineering expertise with innovative building technologies to create environments where critical operations can thrive.

We are seeking a Security Systems Engineering Manager / Design Engineering Manager to lead our talented team of multi-disciplined engineers on complex projects serving the U.S. Federal Government. This role blends technical leadership, digital innovation, and operational excellence while keeping a clear focus on our customers’ missions.

Location:

Huntsville, AL, Charleston, SC, or Washington D.C. Metro (DMV) area. Huntsville, AL preferred.

Salary range: $120,000 - $150,000. Negotiable based on experience

Bonus Eligible:
Yes

Benefits:
Eligible for benefits on first day of employment

Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks in total)

Travel Required:

15-30% if based in Huntsville, AL. 30-35% if not based in Huntsville, AL

• Lead and Inspire:
  Supervise, mentor, and develop diverse engineering teams delivering integrated and electronic security (ESS) solutions for a broad range of federal government sites and projects.
• Shape Solutions:
  Leads the technical approach for multi-million dollar proposals and programs, ensuring innovative, cost-effective, and compliant engineering solutions.
• Be a Digital Innovator:
  Champion the use of advanced digital tools, automation platforms, and data analytics to create forward-looking, customer-centric solutions that optimize system performance and reduce lifecycle costs.
• Drive Quality and Efficiency:
  Implement processes, standards, and continuous improvement measures that enhance productivity and customer satisfaction across all regions.
• Technical Expertise:
  Support design teams with engineering drawings and packages working with a variety of industry systems, including, but not limited to, Soft warehouse, Lenel, Genetech, Milestone, and others ensuring compliance with federal specifications and protocols.
• Project Ownership:
  Oversee schedules, allocate resources, and ensure on-time delivery of all engineering deliverables. Partner with project managers to support forecasting, cost control, and billing.
• Customer Engagement:
  Build and maintain strong customer relationships, analyze requirements, and provide tailored solutions that meet operational, security, and environmental objectives.
• Innovation Mindset:
  Identify and implement new technologies and engineering methods to improve system performance, reliability, and cybersecurity resilience.
• Federal Compliance:
  Ensure all designs, documentation, and processes align with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), applicable DoD standards, and security protocols.
• Resource Planning:
  Conduct monthly manpower reviews to align workload with staffing capacity across regional teams.

• 8+ years in application engineering, with a focus on commercial or industrial scale Integrated or Electronic Security Systems (access controls, Intrusion Detection Systems, CCTV cameras, etc).
• 5+ years in progressive leadership roles in construction, building technologies, or related engineering fields.
• Proficiency with engineering standards and design programs;
  AutoCAD, Visio, Revit, etc
• Proven track record of leading technical teams and managing complex engineering projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and…