Field Support Logistician

About Epirus

Epirus is a high-growth technology company developing solid-state, software-defined directed energy systems that enable unprecedented counter-electronics effects and power management solutions to optimize power efficiency in defense and commercial applications. With a constant emphasis on innovation, we are redefining the future of power to bring tomorrow’s capabilities to life, today. And that’s just the beginning.

Job Summary: Epirus is seeking a highly skilled Field Support Logistician (FSL) to provide broad spectrum support services to Epirus’ programs. This individual will report to the Manager of Support and Sustainment and work as a member of a small team with a primary focus on the setup, delivery, and ongoing support of our products. Their expertise ensures our technology meets and exceeds expectations in real-world scenarios. This individual will also need to comply with Field Service Representative (FSR) duties 50 percent of the year. These duties include maintenance, training support and sustainment of fielded HPM assets. The candidate will provide hands-on support for HPM-CUAS technical, network, and integration projects. This position requires a high degree of technical skill, personal resilience and flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work as part of a cross-functional team in a variety of physical environments.

Responsibilities

• Directs or performs Remote Site surveys to identify support and equipment needs and develops a plan to deploy and maintain equipment to support remote sites.
• Directs the delivery, setup, and field support of Epirus products and Site support equipment, including installation, integration, sustainment, and training of HPM-CUAS and other systems
• Sources local contracts for site support services and equipment
• Support Field Test and Remote Site activities.
• Conduct inventory control of specific Field Service and Test equipment.
• Directs or performs maintenance, repair and upgrades of Home and Remote Site Support Equipment, including but not limited to:
• Generators, Comms, Power subsystems, Mission Ops Trailer, Gators, Forklifts, trailers, etc.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across Epirus and externally with customers and key vendors to successfully execute the logistics movements of all deployments.
• Own and execute the logistics lifecycle of all deployments.
• Partner with Legal & Compliance to further increase Epirus’ CONUS and OCONUS shipping, customs, and export controls.
• Be responsible for Dangerous Goods shipping and our shipping strategies around hazardous materials.
• Perform system startup, testing, firmware/software upgrades, and Line Repairable Unit (LRU) replacements.
• Assist in the development of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP) and provide recommendations for system modifications.
• Work with training teams to develop and conduct technical training for end users.
• Travel on short notice for field deployments, including hazardous duty locations, for 90–120-day durations.
• Deploy overseas locations to perform technical inspections, system checks, fault diagnosis, identify cause of failures, and replace Line Repairable Unit (LRU), test and restore HPM-CUAS systems to full functionality.
• Work with the Epirus training and enablement team to develop and conduct training on the proper care, use, maintenance, and preventive maintenance of systems.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Experience maintaining and repairing a broad range of electronics to include surveillance, communication equipment, UAS Cots and homebuilt drones and various other platforms.
• Experience sourcing and maintaining equipment and support contracts.
• Experience supporting test sites and remote work sites.
• Supply Chain Knowledge
• Knowledge on Domestic and International Shipments
• Technical experience working as a field service representative installing, configuring, testing, maintaining, repairing, operating, and effectively training end users on how to operate equipment.
• 2 to 4 years of progressively responsible experience with CUAS Systems (RF Detection, Radar, EO/ IR Optical systems, Command and Control (C2) Systems.
• Position requires daily interface with customers at numerous levels.
• Candidate must possess, and use, a high degree of tact and interpersonal communication skills in daily interactions with team members, clients, vendors, and end users.
• Routine manual lifting of objects 50-80 pounds such as boxes and other equipment. Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders; high lift equipment up to 40 feet, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc. Manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, climbing, and lifting of moderate objects, operation of power and manual tools/equipment, and operating office equipment.
• This position will require overseas travel. Candidates should be willing to be on travel / TDY away from their home location 90 – 120-day durations, in hazardous duty locations.
• Typical overseas assignments are frequently performed in both internal and external environments with a variety of weather conditions. Ability to work under extreme hot or cold weather conditions with exposure to dust or dirt is routine and may require the use of protective personal equipment (PPE).
• Candidate must hold a valid U.S. passport or have ability to obtain a U.S. passport.
• Current SECRET security clearance is required.
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• FAA Part 107 certification.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Collaborative; capable of working across all levels of the organization.
  
  

Organized; comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Itar And Security Clearance Requirements

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. Join us and rewrite the rules.

As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.

For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is:

$93,000—$113,000 USD