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Design Engineer

EMD LLC
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/16/2026

Company Description EMD LLC is a service-disabled veteran, woman-owned, economically disadvantaged small business that delivers consulting and contracting services to meet growing global technical security needs. Based in Manassas, Virginia, the company specializes in installing Technical Security Systems (TSS), electrical systems, and IT infrastructure for local and state governments, as well as Department of State and Department of Defense facilities worldwide. EMD connects clients with highly trained and certified professionals who provide customized, real-world technical security solutions that exceed NEC, state, local, DoS, and DoD standards. With strong expertise in project management, security system development, and installation, EMD focuses on quality, safety, and value while enhancing security for people and facilities around the world.


Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Design Engineer role based in Alexandria, VA


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conduct technical security assessments and recommend security upgrades.
  • Produce a variety of written documents including memoranda, trip reports, telegraphic communications with posts; and engineering surveys or service reports detailing specific engineering services planned or performed.
  • Specify, design, procure, install equipment or products for technical security and information technology.
  • Technical systems/closed-circuit television, intrusion detection and alarms, locking devices, access control and denial systems, countermeasures equipment, and acoustic/RF attenuation technologies.
  • Computer systems/encryption, firewalls, forensics, network intrusion monitoring, and system security audit products.
  • Possesses direct working knowledge of computer systems, computer security, and familiarity with operating systems, hardware platforms, and networks.

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Qualifications

  • BS/BA in related discipline or advanced degree. Related disciplines include Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Electromechanical Engineering.
  • Three to five years of current experience in conducting technical security assessments, product evaluations, performing technical needs assessments and recommending security upgrades.
  •  Knowledge of Microsoft Windows OS, MS Office, Visio, and Auto CADD.
  •  Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain a rapport and professional working relationships.
  •  Excellent writing and verbal skills
  •  Must be able to obtain and maintain a medical clearance prior to deployment and is a condition of continued employment.
  • Travel between 25% to 30% to OCONUS locations
  •  Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.
  • This position is located in Alexandria, VA. Candidates must live within a commutable distance to the office or be willing to relocate.


All candidates wishing to be considered for this position, must complete an application via EMD's Career Page: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/3927433/EMD-LLC/Design-Engineer


EMD LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to do their best work. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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