Field Service Engineer Jr.

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Field Service Engineer, Jr. with operation, maintenance, and Life-Cycle engineering expertise in a Lab environment working with computer systems and network equipment to be part of our technical team located at the Surface Combat Systems Center Wallops Island. SCSC provides live surface combat systems platform support for AEGIS Cruisers/Destroyers/FFGs. Areas of support include management of Windows and Linux workstations and supporting systems including infrastructure in a rapidly changing RDT&E environment. Troubleshoot, preventative/corrective maintenance, installs, upgrades and maintain various GOTS/COTS systems and associated network equipment.
The selected candidate will:
Provide support for the installation, operation and maintenance of complex M&S computer systems within a technical systems environment used for testing and training for the NAVY combat systems to include AEGIS, SSDS, FFG and LCS. at SCSC.
Successful Candidate responsibility for these systems will include, but is not limited to:
- Installing and testing software and middleware
- Configuring networks and interfaces
- Performing preventive and corrective maintenance
- Build, Load and/or Reconfigure systems
- Diagnose, troubleshoot and correct hardware, software, middleware and interface connectivity issues
- Install and Integrate new systems
- Provide regular and periodic reports covering capability, functionality and readiness
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum education and years of related/relevant work experience required: High School/GED and at least 2 years relevant work experience or an associate's degree with 1 year's relevant work experience.
Additional skills/experience required:
Working Knowledge of computer systems hardware.
Working technical knowledge of networking and PC systems, including Windows and Redhat Linux.
Work with help desk ticketing system for problem tracking and resolution
Diagnose and resolve technical hardware and software issues in a complex network environment
Demonstrated experience and ability to define, articulate, and communicate equipment status and troubleshooting efforts effectively and recommend courses of action for resolution.
Demonstrated experience in the ability to coordinate, schedule and implement equipment upgrades.
Successful candidate must be willing and able to perform in a 40-hour work-week configuration:
Monday-Friday (5 x 8): 2nd Shift; or,
Friday-Monday (4 x 10): 2nd Shift
Security clearance requirement: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required). Selected candidate will receive a contingent offer and start date will be delayed until at least an interim Secret clearance is granted. Contingent on SCSC approval and contract negotiations.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Highly desired, but not required:
Network Certifications
Active DoD Secret security clearance
Certified as a Maintenance Person in accordance with PQS 301-304, reference NAVEDTRA 43241-K
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $56200 - $95500
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.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.