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Electronic Security Systems Engineer

CACI


Job Location:

Ashburn, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 79400 - 162700
Posted: 7 October 2026 (21 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Electronic Security Systems Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking an experienced engineer responsible for designing components or portions of electronic security systems. Modifies existing designs to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing and field service operations. Uses computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools such as CAD. Gathers information makes studies computes calculations and prepares original layouts and sketches to present design proposal. Coordinates design criteria with engineering manufacturing material and planning group such as ease of manufacture availability of materials and contractual specifications.

Responsibilities:
Be part of an integrated project team to complete the Design PITCO installation and testing of installation projects as assigned. Serve as the company liaison to customer and project stakeholders on assigned projects. Collaborate with Project Managers and Subject Matter Experts in support of assigned projects and tasks.
Implement processes to monitor and direct project tasks to ensure cost schedule and performance objectives are achieved for successful contract performance. Continually identify opportunities to improve internal and external processes.
Supervise the development of junior-level professionals identifying developmental opportunities and ensuring the necessary competencies are acquired to support the programs installation and sustainment projects.
Develop standards and templates for computer aided design models ensuring compliance with applicable ASME and A/E/C standards. Coordinate standards and templates with program personnel to ensure uniformity of design products and tools meet program requirements for installation sustainment and digital engineering.
Support proposals for multiple projects providing engineering solutions labor estimates and materials take-offs for FOPR responses.
Develop test plans and lab configurations for PITCO activities within the permanent integration lab. Document testing processes and procedures for replication on future projects.
Manage materials ordering receipt storage inventory and forwarding to support projects outside the National Capital Region.

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years experience designing administrating or implementing electronic security systems.
Ability to apply an understanding of electronic security systems and device installation practices and methods to plan installation tasks.
Understanding of DoD guidelines regulations and standard practices for security installation such as the ICD 705 AFI 31-101 AFI 31-108 and DoD 5210.41.
Understanding of electrical and communications infrastructure design and installation.
Proficient in MS Office Suite of Applications.
AutoCAD Knowledge
Experience with Test plan development and execution
Some understanding of Network Architecture design
Must be able to obtain Top Secret DOD Security clearance.

Desired:
OEM and Industry Certifications

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.


Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including but not limited to geographic location Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$79400 - $162700

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation age national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.

Required Experience:

IC


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CACI employs a diverse range of talent to create an environment that fuels innovation and fosters continuous improvement and success. At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security miss ... View more

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