Giant Voice Associate Field Engineer

Work Where it Matters

North Edge Technology, an Akima company, is not just another federal technology solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At North Edge Technology, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, North Edge Technology provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, North Edge Technology delivers a broad range of skilled IT services to support a smarter, more connected government by modernizing IT infrastructure and systems to drive innovation and value.

As a North Edge Technology employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

North Edge Technology is looking for Field Engineers to be part of our Emergency Management Sustainment team supporting 100+ military installations worldwide. The Field Engineers will ensure Giant Voice systems are fully operational to provide a critical communication path for Emergency Managers. Candidate must have a thorough understanding of Giant Voice (GV)systems (Federal Signal, Whelen, American Signal, ATI, Cooper Wheelock, etc.) or Land Mobile Radio (LMR) (Motorola, Kenwood, Harris).  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

• Uses engineering knowledge and methods to design, install, support, and repair technological tools and equipment at a field location (in the field, at a remote office, or at a client site). Analyzes user needs; builds, modifies, installs, and tests products. Troubleshoots errors or malfunctions and performs unscheduled or routine maintenance. Creates, distributes, and maintains service or training manuals; provides on-site training.
• Support overall sustainment and repair operations of the Army’s Giant Voice and Audio-Visual Notification Systems (AVNS) including the management, operation, and maintenance of associated hardware, software, and processes. Demonstrate through understanding of area of responsibility.
• Work closely with Lead.
• Document repair information of hardware, software, in conjunction with geospatial data.
• Use of boom & scissor lifts, forklifts, and bucket trucks to perform repairs 20-80 feet off the ground.
• Perform and conduct research of potential resolution of assigned technical issues with teammates and OEM representatives.
• Work closely with Engineering, Security, Site and Systems Administration teams to incorporate customer feedback and address key support and usability concerns for customers.
• Communicate and interact effectively with internal and external partners including but not limited to, 3rd party support team, and Government customers.
• Demonstrate compliance with applicable laws and regulations, especially those surrounding safety and communications.

• DoD Secret Clearance is required (or ability to obtain and maintain one)
• High School or GED equivalent.
• 1-2 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of / willingness to learn Emergency Management systems: Giant Voice Exp or LMR Exp or Apprentice Electrician Technical test equipment used to install / repair GV, LMR, and AVNS.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and conflict resolution skills.
• Must be able to lift 70lbs.
• Must be able to travel 75% of the time to perform the job. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience operating heavy-duty equipment like boom and scissor lifts, cranes, excavators used to install / repair GV, LMR, and AVNS.