Giant Voice Associate Field Engineer

Our Mission:
At Dobbs Defense, we deliver mission-centric IT, Cyber, and data analytics solutions for our government and commercial clients through the convergence of automation, innovation, training, and education. Delivering high-quality IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics solutions through proven and innovative methods is our vision.

Job Description:
Dobbs Defense Solutions is looking for a Giant Voice Associate Field Engineer to support Emergency Management and Giant Voice systems at Department of Defense installations. The Field Engineer will assist with the installation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of Giant Voice (GV), Audio-Visual Notification Systems (AVNS), and related communication systems. This position is based from D2S's Landover, Maryland home office and requires frequent travel to military and Government customer locations.

Duties:

• Install, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair Giant Voice (GV), Audio-Visual Notification Systems (AVNS), and related equipment.

• Support Whelen, Sircom, and other mass notification systems, as well as Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems such as Motorola, Kenwood, and Harris.

• Diagnose system issues and coordinate repairs with D2S technical teams, partners, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

• Document maintenance activities, repairs, system deficiencies, configurations, and testing results.

• Safely operate or work from boom lifts, scissor lifts, bucket trucks, forklifts, ladders, and related equipment at elevated heights.

• Coordinate with D2S teams and Government customers while complying with applicable safety, installation, site access, and customer requirements.

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with 1–2 years of related technical experience.

• Experience with or willingness to learn Giant Voice, LMR, AVNS, electrical, electronics, telecommunications, RF, networking, or related systems.

• Ability to use or learn technical test equipment and read technical manuals, diagrams, and installation instructions.

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, written communication, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, climb ladders, safely work at elevated heights up to 80 feet, and perform field work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.

• Valid driver's license, ability to travel up to 75%, obtain required military installation access, and obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Working Environment:

• Hybrid (Charleston SC)

Required Clearance:

• Ability to Obtain and Maintain DoD Secret

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
Dobbs Defense Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), gender expression and transgender status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital or domestic partner status, genetic information, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

HUBZone Requirement:
Dobbs Defense Solutions is a certified HUBZone small business and must maintain compliance with applicable SBA HUBZone requirements. As part of the hiring and compliance process, applicable candidates may be required to provide proof of residency and other documentation to verify HUBZone eligibility. Employees are expected to provide requested documentation and maintain applicable residency requirements throughout employment.

Salary Range:
Pay range information will be disclosed consistent with applicable state and local pay transparency laws once available. For this position, the anticipated salary range is $60,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.