Field Service Technician IV

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Do you have strong analytical and communication skills, like to work in collaborative environment, and have a background in the US Department of Defense, US Military or Aerospace & Defense industry? We may have the perfect opportunity for you! As a Field Service Technician IV, you will be using your skills and expertise to perform a variety of maintenance and technical support on our products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations. Youll be responsible for installing, operating, maintaining, repairing, and modifying our products and updating and tracking the status of all field related equipment. Youll build and maintain effective relationships with our customers and provide them with onsite training.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber. Learn more about MST (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/mission-solutions-technologies/)

Must-haves:

High school diploma or GED equivalent, and typically 6 or more years of relevant experience

A higher-level degree may substitute for experience

Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications

Advanced understanding of troubleshooting techniques

Advanced electrical wiring skills

Ability to frequently travel outside the continental US, typically for extended periods of time

Hands-on experience with wireless networks, tactical communications, and personal computers

Communication and customer interface skills

Thorough understanding of system level maintenance of networks and communications systems

Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally

Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment

Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 90/90 or 90/45 rotation

An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility and current full-scope polygraph U.S. Security Clearance is required ​

Preferred:

Working knowledge of operating military units and logistics

Familiarity with the network and integration of traditional communications systems and sensors

Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques.

Experience with RF, vehicle installation, and maintenance procedures • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, Government, or US Military

Experience with Python and Linux Environments

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility and current CI polygraph U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.

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