What are the responsibilities and job description for the F35 Field Service Engineer position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
Ready to make a difference? Our employees design, integrate, and test the world’s next generation communication and electronic warfare systems for the United States DoD and international customers. You will be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.
BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team of professionals as an F35 Field Service Engineer (FSE). The qualified candidate will provide Engineering support, maintenance, debug, Hardware/Software integration and general SIL support on-site in Nashua, NH
The primary responsibility of this full-time role will be to support Engineering on HW/SW development, testing, and troubleshooting of Electronic Warfare Systems in both Lab environments and on aircraft at customer locations (CONUS/OCONUS).
The Field Service Engineer must display strong interpersonal communication skills, work as a member of a dedicated team, build technical relationships with the F35 community, Government customer, contractors, BAE Systems Program Management as well as representing the company in a professional manner.
Candidates with experience in the following will be considered:
- Possess a strong ability to articulate complex technical issues in an easy to understand manner.
- Proficient using electronics laboratory Test Equipment (O'Scope, Analyzer, etc) associated with EW fault diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair.
- Possess comprehensive EW or RF troubleshooting abilities and experience.
- Must be able to read/understand aircraft wiring diagrams, technical manuals, schematics and follow Automated Test Equipment lab procedures.
- Support additional F35 Program requirements as directed by the Engineering and Program Management.
- Travel flexibility 25% (CONUS/OCONUS) is required to support Program Requirements.
- Possess an Active Secret Security Clearance.
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed fulltime on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Strong understanding/Experience in Airborne EW Systems (LRU/LRM/SRU)
- Understanding of DoD Aircraft MX procedures and operational environments
- Fluent in Wiring diagrams (Aircraft, LRU, LRM, SRU), engineering documentation, requirements, EW theory
- Ability to troubleshoot complex technical problems and recommend solutions
- Experience in supporting engineering labs through development and replicating field issues
- Work independently to meet strict deadlines
- Flexibility to travel as needed to support field sites with short notice
- Current (within 5 years) Active Secret Security Clearance is required.
- Ability to obtain Special Access Program Clearance.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Current/previous SAP access and clearance
- Strong understanding and use of Systems Engineering processes and procedures
- Strong understanding and use of F35 Electronic Warfare Systems
- In-depth knowledge in Air Force maintenance methodologies that support war-fighter operations.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $77809 - $132275
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 Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
Salary : $77,809 - $132,275