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Senior Engineering Technician

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Technician to support a high-visibility federal mission focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced Physical Security Engineering and Electronic Security Systems (ESS) for a secure government environment. This position is based onsite in Wahiawa, HI, where the selected candidate will work alongside systems administrators and network engineers to support mission-critical security infrastructure.

Sign-on bonus offered | TS/SCI clearance required (SCI eligibility required | ability to obtain CI polygraph)

Key Responsibilities

• Design, install, test, and maintain Electronic Security Systems (ESS), including Access Control Systems (ACS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
• Develop and validate engineering drawings in accordance with DoD engineering standards and practices.
• Provide engineering support through technical reviews, product selection, customer site surveys, system design, technical documentation, and implementation of physical security solutions.
• Conduct and lead site surveys to assess customer requirements and recommend security system enhancements.
• Lead design reviews and provide technical recommendations to improve system performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Lenel access control systems, security hardware, and associated software.
• Evaluate Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) products and identify replacement solutions for end-of-life (EOL) equipment.
• Maintain accurate As-Built documentation for fiber optic infrastructure, CCTV, IDS, ACS, head-end equipment, and other Electronic Security Systems.
• Develop Installation Design Packages (IDPs) compliant with SIPH standards for PACS, IDS/PIDS, Video Management Systems (VMS), and other low-voltage security systems supporting highly secure environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support ongoing installation, maintenance, and modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with 7+ years of relevant experience; OR 10+ years of equivalent professional experience without a degree.
• 5+ years of experience developing Installation Design Packages (IDPs) and Base Electronics Systems Engineering Plans (BESEPs).
• 5+ years of experience conducting site surveys, managing systems installations, and supporting field operations for IT and electronic security systems.
• Hands-on experience with Lenel access control systems and products.
• Experience supporting Axis video surveillance solutions.
• Experience administering Windows 11, Windows Server 2022, and Windows Server 2025 environments.
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing technical personnel.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• Ability to work onsite in Wahiawa, Hawaii.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience supporting Physical Security Engineering within DoD or classified environments.
• Knowledge of SIPH-compliant Installation Design Packages.
• Experience supporting PACS, IDS/PIDS, VMS, and enterprise electronic security infrastructure.
• Experience supporting fiber optic infrastructure and low-voltage system deployments.
• Familiarity with secure government facility construction and modernization projects.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across physical security and electronic systems.
• Ability to independently manage engineering projects from design through implementation.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical teams and government stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and overseeing technical personnel.
• Self-motivated and capable of supporting multiple priorities in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation:
  Up to $140,000 annually (based on experience, education, certifications, and overall qualifications).
• Sign-on bonus offered.
• Long-term opportunity supporting a mission-critical federal security program.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, parental leave, referral bonuses, and professional development reimbursement.