Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS) Specialist (Part-time/On-call)
Required skills
- UGS
- Unattended Ground Sensors
- Niagara Falls, NY
- Fort Fairchild, ME
- Calais, ME
- seismic sensors
- acoustic sensors
- infrared sensors
- magnetic sensors
- microwave sensors
Nice to have
- on-call support
- urgent operational requirements
- border security operations
- inventory
- maintenance
- inspections
Role summary
AMERICAN SYSTEMS, a federal government contractor, is seeking an Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS) Specialist for part-time, on-call support near Niagara Falls, NY; Fort Fairchild, ME; or Calais, ME. The role involves maintaining, deploying, and troubleshooting UGS systems, including seismic, acoustic, infrared, magnetic, and microwave sensors. Responsibilities include technical assistance, training, record-keeping, and ensuring safety and compliance. Qualifications include an Associate's degree or equivalent, 5+ years of UGS experience, technical knowledge of sensors and data processing, and an active CBP BI or TOP SECRET clearance. The position requires the ability to work in rugged environments and perform physically demanding tasks.
Overview
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.
We are seeking candidates who reside in or near Niagara Falls, NY; Fort Fairchild, ME; or Calais, ME to support operational requirements.
Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
- 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
