Job Description The Field Service Engineer provides United States forces on- and off-site Communications and Electronics (C-E) engineering, technical, maintenance and repair, and Life Cycle Support (LCS) services for all C-E systems, subsystems, equipment and ancillaries. Will support all communications systems within the Family of Special Operations Vehicles (FOSOV) platforms.
Responsibilities may also include providing specialized C-E engineering, technical and LCS assistance to United States Special Operations Forces (SOF) in the analysis, maintenance, training and operation of the C5ISR suite. Will involve the use and application of specialized test equipment, tools and software that are unique to the systems and equipment being supported.
Will also be responsible for providing technical reports to the United States commands and forces being supported. Responsibilities will also include leading, coordinating and supporting analysis and field engineering teams in evaluating requirements, preparing and implementing approved system level engineering change proposals, modifications and upgrades, to include related system training. Provision of these services will require specific technical knowledge and experience in the systems/subsystems being supported.
Travel within the United States will be required, as will significant recurring interaction with United States conventional and SOF forces.
This position is located in Fort Walton Beach, FL. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to the surrounding areas.Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's degree and 3 years of recent specialized experience OR Associate degree and 6 years of recent specialized experience OR High School diploma and 8 years of recent specialized experience
US military Electronics Technician training/experience
Communications electronics test equipment experience
Ability to travel to CONUS locations at all timesPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills Experience with the Family of Special Operations Vehicles (FOSOV) platforms
Knowledge of:
JCR, JBC-P (situational awareness systems)
SATCOM Systems
LOS Systems
GPS Systems
ECMS Systems
Electric and Electronic troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of electronic theory focusing on electron flow, fundamental concepts like voltage (force), current (flow), and resistance (opposition), and circuit behavior (Ohm's Law, AC/DC) to understand electronic devices, from simple circuits to complex digital systems
Ability to map systems without system drawings
Ability to read schematic drawings
Basic Soldering Skills / Cable Repair Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Self-starter, ability to work with only general, limited supervision
U.S. Special Operations Force (SOF) communications experience/training
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64935 - $110390
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
At BAE Systems, we help our customers to stay a step ahead when protecting people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information. We provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of 107,000 people in more than 40 countries.
From state of the art cyber threat detection to flight control systems that enable pilots to make better decisions, we never stop innovating to ensure that our customers maintain their advantage. This is a long-term commitment involving significant investments in skills. We also work closely with local partners to support economic development through the transfer of knowledge, skills and technology.
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