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Mission Support and Test Services, LLC

Technologist

NV · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide technical field support for the maintenance and operation of the NNSS seismic network ... May be required to perform on-call work and work nonstandard hours as needed. May be required to ...

City of Seattle

Senior Civil Engineer (Geotechnical)

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$74.99 - $87.31/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... seismic aspects of design. Our work environment is fast paced with a lot of variety-on any given ... Provide on-call coaching, permit facilitation, and design and construction guidance to applicants ...

Allstate Sprinkler

Fire Sprinkler Mechanic

Bronx, NY · On-site

$28 - $36/hr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hang and secure piping systems, including supports and seismic bracing * Perform system testing ... Participate in on-call or after-hours emergency service as needed Qualifications * High school ...

American Systems Corporation

$80 - $96/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Technical knowledge of various types of UGS (seismic, acoustic, infrared, magnetic, and microwave sensors) . Understanding of individual components of UGS systems (power supplies, communication ...

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Professional Fire

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Norfolk, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hang and secure piping systems, including supports and seismic bracing * Perform system testing ... Participate in on-call or after-hours emergency service as needed Qualifications * High school ...

Allstate Sprinkler

Fire Sprinkler Mechanic

Bronx, NY · On-site

$28 - $36/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

... including supports and seismic bracingPerform system testing, inspections, and ... on-call or after-hours emergency service as neededQualificationsHigh school diploma or ...

Professional Fire

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Ashland, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hang and secure piping systems, including supports and seismic bracing * Perform system testing ... Participate in on-call or after-hours emergency service as needed Qualifications * High school ...

Professional Fire

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Ashland, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

... including supports and seismic bracingPerform system testing, inspections, and ... on-call or after-hours emergency service as needed QualificationsHigh school diploma or ...

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Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS) Specialist (Part-time/On-call)

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Mclean, VA

$58 - $70/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

*** This job requisition is for potential upcoming work at AMERICAN SYSTEMS and does not represent a current opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted when the work becomes available. ***


As an UGS Specialist (part-time), you will have the opportunity to do the following:

  • Provide on-call support for urgent operational requirements as needed.
  • Maintain familiarity with sensor capabilities and applications in border security operations.
  • Assist in the inventory, deployment, and maintenance of UGS systems in diverse terrains and conditions.
  • Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance, including alignment, inspection, and sensor testing.
  • Provide technical assistance during UGS operations and train team members in system use and maintenance.
  • Diagnose and resolve malfunctions, replace hardware components, troubleshoot software, and verify corrections.
  • Follow established safety procedures for all maintenance and operations.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and operational guidelines in all activities.
  • Maintain detailed records of deployments, maintenance, and system performance, and compile data for reports.
  • Manage accountability for system components, including hardware, software, and spare parts.
  • Maintain diagnostic and operational tools, support equipment, and test systems.
  • Collaborate with CBP offices, DHS officials, and USBP personnel to align operational objectives and ensure proper reporting.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of new UGS technologies and strategies.

  • Active CBP BI or TOP SECRET clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
  • Associate’s degree in electronics, telecommunications, or related field (or equivalent military/law enforcement training).
  • 5+ years of experience with UGS or similar technologies.
  • Technical knowledge of UGS systems, including seismic, acoustic, infrared, magnetic, and microwave sensors, and their components (e.g., power supplies, communication modules).
  • Proficiency in data collection, processing, and transmission, including wireless communication, encryption, and AI-based image recognition.
  • Skills in sensor emplacement, site selection, signal processing, anomaly detection, and data visualization tools.
  • Experience integrating UGS with other security systems and adapting to various geographical and environmental conditions.
  • Knowledge of laws, regulations, and safety protocols governing UGS use.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to work in rugged, remote environments and adverse weather conditions.
  • Physical endurance for lifting, carrying, and transporting equipment over long distances.
  • Willingness to travel frequently and support extended deployments.
  • Capability to perform physically demanding tasks with precision and focus

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