Electronics Associate
M.C. Dean, Inc.
About the Role
M.C. Dean is seeking driven individuals to join their team and contribute to powering, automating, integrating, and securing critical infrastructure. The Electronics Associate will be part of the Security and Electronic Systems (SES) team, which designs, integrates, and maintains electronic security services for federal, local, and commercial customers. These systems include intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems.
2-Year Development Program
This role launches a career through a structured 2-year development program that combines hands-on training with classroom instruction. The program aims to build essential technical skills and safety knowledge, provide real-world field experience, and prepare individuals for advancement into a Field Technician role.
Key Responsibilities
- Learn and apply safety procedures on active job sites.
- Track, inspect, and maintain tools and equipment daily.
- Assist with installation of raceways, cabling, racks, panels, and hardware to NEC standards.
- Train in terminating, testing, and configuring electronic devices, network, and IT equipment.
- Support racking, stacking, and cable terminations for head-end systems.
- Participate in daily safety and project meetings.
- Attend classroom training and complete technical modules to build trade skills.
- Collaborate with teammates and contribute to a positive work environment.
- Take on increasing responsibility and independence throughout the 2-year program.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High School diploma or GED.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment aptitude test.
- College-level math course is required; if not completed, one must be completed within the first 30 days of employment.
- Interest in electronics, technology systems, or skilled trades.
- Willing to travel up to 25%.
- Ability to work safely, follow instructions, and thrive in a team environment.
- Strong communication and time management skills.
- Willingness to work on construction sites and adhere to safety regulations.
- Commitment to completing a 2-year structured development program.
- Ability to pass a drug test and background check.
- Valid Real ID driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Participation in employer-sponsored college coursework is required, with successful completion necessary to remain in the program.
- Starting pay: $20/hr.
- Additional clearance incentive/hourly rate for candidates with ACTIVE polygraph clearances.
Qualifications
- Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; ability to obtain a security clearance is desired.
Abilities
- Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
- Ability to work at various heights up to 60 feet and climb/maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
- Ability to walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
- Possess good vision (may be corrected), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
- Ability to use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
- Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
- Ability to apply general rules to specific problems.
- Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions.
- Ability to see details at close range.
- Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words.