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M.C. Dean
Fire Alarm Field Engineer II
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What they do
An Alarm or Security System Technician installs and repairs security systems and fire detectors in homes or businesses.
$72,366 / year median in Virginia
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Requirements Fairfax, VA Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Overview About M.C. Dean M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration. Why Join Us? Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries. The Fire Alarm Field Engineer II is responsible for field-level engineering support of fire alarm systems on medium to large, complex projects. This role focuses on advanced troubleshooting, system programming, system assessments, and commissioning support to ensure fire alarm systems operate in compliance with applicable codes, design intent, and customer requirements. Responsibilities Perform advanced troubleshooting of fire alarm systems to identify and resolve hardware, software, wiring, and network issues Program, configure, and modify fire alarm control panels, networked systems, and interfaces in accordance with approved design documents Conduct system assessments to evaluate existing fire alarm systems for code compliance, operational performance, and upgrade or retrofit needs Create detailed test plans and procedures for complex and integrated fire alarm and life safety systems Support commissioning activities, inspections, acceptance testing, and integrated system testing Verify system operation against NFPA standards, local codes, AHJ requirements, and approved sequences of operation Provide subject matter expert (SME) technical support to customers, project teams, and field personnel Perform system take-offs and prepare bills of material (BOM) to support project execution and change management Provide on-site technical support during installation, testing, and turnover activities Coordinate with project managers, engineers, installers, customers, and AHJs to resolve system issues and deficiencies Review drawings, submittals, and technical documentation to support accurate field implementation Assist with RFIs, field change documentation, test reports, and project closeout deliverables Participate in on-call rotation to support troubleshooting and emergency response as required We offer an excellent benefits package including: A competitive salary Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement 401k Retirement Plan Military Reserve pay offset Paid maternity leave Qualifications Required Education /