Electronics Technician — DLA ColumbusHQE Systems

HQE Systems installs and sustains the integrated electronic security systems that protect Defense Logistics Agency sites. This seat is on-site at DLA Columbus, Ohio, leading installation and sustainment work and owning the quality of what gets handed over.

What you'll do

• Lead an installation and sustainment team, supporting the Project Manager with task coordination and planning.
• Run installation kick-off meetings and delegate the team's daily activities.
• Install, test, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade physical and electronic security systems.
• Own system programming and configuration, test and acceptance, and quality assurance.
• Manage inventory and develop redlines.

The hands-on side

This is physical work, and we'd rather be straight with you about it. Expect to:

• Lift large and heavy objects, up to 75 lbs.
• Pull cable, climb ladders, and work outdoors for long stretches.
• Install panels, bend pipe and conduit, and wire both low and high voltage.
• Terminate copper and fiber optic.
• Program and configure the security software running on top of all of it.

What you need

• Clearance: a current Secret clearance.
• Experience: three to eight years installing and maintaining electronic security systems.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Education: High school diploma or GED, plus formal electronics training from a technical school, a Class A or B military school in electronics or communications, or a four-year electronics apprenticeship. That training needs to cover installation tasks, soldering, cable dressing, cable tray, conduit, and making and repairing connectors.

Systems and certifications

• Preferred: qualified and trained on Lenel "On Guard" ESS, CCTV systems, and Morse Watchman Keypro.
• You'll need Lenel Certified Professional (LCP) and Milestone Certified Integration Technician (MCIT) — held already, or obtained after you join. HQE covers the course costs.

Schedule and location

• Full-time, 8-hour shifts.
• On-site at DLA Columbus, OH.
• Travel: around 10%, preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 5% match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

HQE Systems is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. Military electronics training (Class A or B school) meets the education requirement for this role.