Overview
Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Skills
Collaboration
IP
IT Consulting
IT Service Management
Innovation
Job Details
UNIVERSAL Technologies is seeking a Public Safety 911 Telecommunications Systems Engineer for a part-time, remote position that will require at least 3 trips to Norwich, NY. Overnight stay may be required. NYS residents only and an active LinkedIn preferred. The right candidate will lead the design and implementation of next-generation public safety telecommunications systems, including advanced 911 infrastructure for first responders. This position requires an experienced professional with deep expertise in IP-based and wireless technologies within the public safety environment. The engineer will oversee all aspects of requirements gathering, design specification, and project management to support complex, multi-site emergency communications initiatives. ***Approximately 20 hours per week, actual number may change.
WHO WE ARE UNIVERSAL Technologies is a certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) IT consulting firm specializing in staffing and technology solutions for government and commercial clients. We are committed to providing high-quality talent and innovative IT services that help organizations achieve operational excellence.
WHAT WE OFFER We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where innovation and professional growth are encouraged. Join our team and become part of a company that values integrity, diversity, and the pursuit of excellence in every engagement.
MANDATORY SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
SCOPE OF SERVICES
UNIVERSAL Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Bachelors degree required.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in telecommunications engineering or related fields
- Advanced practical experience in IP-based and wireless technologies in a public safety environment.
- Experience providing leadership and strategic implementation support for complex 911 systems.
- Proven experience applying technical standards to actual product features and system functionality.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local agency operations related to public safety dispatch and 911 call centers.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Conduct design work for public safety telecommunications systems, focusing on next generation 911 (NG911) solutions.
- Coordinate public safety communications needs assessments, including requirements gathering from first responders and agency clients, and analyze design options.
- Create requirements-based technical specifications and incorporate them into procurement documents for acquiring equipment and services.
- Manage site-specific requirements gathering and approval processes; perform quality assurance reviews of PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point) locations.
- Develop and maintain project scope, roles, responsibilities, and detailed implementation plans.
- Conceptualize and manage the initial design approach and oversee all related engineering work, including specifications, scope, and project documentation for dispatch and remote communications facilities.
- Provide leadership and strategic implementation support for complex 911 systems.
- Lead and participate in development of reports, analyses, and technical presentations.
- Remain current on industry standards, policies, funding mechanisms, and legislative changes affecting public safety communications, and assess impacts for clients.
- Share technical expertise and collaborate with team members to promote best practices, knowledge sharing, and innovative solutions.
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