Field Support Engineer – Beaufort, SC

99,000-120,000 per year | Posted 17-Oct-2024 (PST) | Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort (Merritt Field), Geiger Blvd, Beaufort, SC, USA | Salary | Full Time

Tactical Air Support Inc.

Field Support Engineer MCAS Beaufort, SC

Salary range $99,000 – $120,000 DOE

Position Summary

The Field Support Engineer (FSE) will be the TAS representative for the Navys F-5 N/F, responsible for transferring internal knowledge and expertise to the contracted maintenance. They serve as brand extensions of the professionalism required of all Tactical Air Support employees.

Responsibilities  

Test, maintain, calibrate, and repair aircraft avionics mission systems and end user devices and applications.  

Configure and maintain aircraft mission computer, mission planning laptop, and related systems upon deployment of new software/hardware and upgrades.  

Test spare mission systems hardware to ensure proper operation as part of acceptance inspection.  

Knowledgeable in administering endpoints in a hybrid environment to include Windows and Linux operating systems, and SIEM and network monitoring tools.  

Knowledge of Semi and Fully Rugged (DO-160) Mission Computing Equipment.  

Troubleshoot and isolate Commercial and Military Computer architecture including Ethernet, serial, 1553b, RS-422, RS-485, RS-232, and USB bus standards.  

Troubleshoot CVBS, HD-SDI, and H.264 video systems including displays, converters, scalers, and recorders.  

Conform to U.S. DoD COMSEC and Transmission Security TRANSEC methods and procedures.  

Troubleshoot connectivity with Line of Sight and satellite tactical radio and datalink systems.  

Troubleshoot LAN interface standards and protocols.  

Troubleshoot Airborne GPS/INS systems.   Knowledge of proper use of government classified networks, telephone, and email practices and etiquette.  

Troubleshooting and resolving issues with equipment, software, and hardware.      

  Requirements  

Prior experience in maintaining and troubleshooting avionics systems on military aircraft with a strong aviation/avionics background.

Proficient using command line interface (CLI), various computer operating systems, software, and applications.

Strong aviation/avionics background.  

Certification in DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technician (IAT) preferred, or ability to obtain certification. 

Valid state drivers license. 

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain/ maintain a DoD security clearance. 

Must be able to train at Florida and/or Nevada for at least three months upon being hired .

Desired Experience/Skills  

Bachelors degree in Information Technology , Computer Science, or STEM discipline, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience in a relevant field or industry may substitute for degree. 

Two years of experience in information technology administration. 

Experience with the U.S. Armed Forces and DoD federal contractors and the aerospace, defense, or commercial aviation industry. 

Experience with military data links (link-16), HMCS, Air-to-Air Radars & Radar Warning Receiver systems and Garmin FMS. 

Physical Demands  

Aircraft hangar environment with exposure to loud noises, fumes from engines and chemicals, unpredictable climate (hot/cold), and electrical shock, or trip or slip hazards.   

Occasional lifting up to 70 pounds (with assistance, if required).  

Regular use of hand tools.

Regularly ascend/descend stairs and/or ladders.  

Work Authorization

Must be lawfully eligible to work in the United States and complete a U.S. government I-9 Form.

Tactical Air Support is a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace . Pre-employment, random, or for cause drug/alcohol testing (including for marijuana) required.

Pre-employment and ongoing physical certifications required.

Occasional aircraft hangar or warehouse environment with exposure to loud noises, fumes from engines and chemicals, unpredictable climate (hot/cold), and electrical shock, or trip or slip hazards.

May be exposed to or required to handle hazardous materials.

Occasional travel to various work sites throughout the U.S. may be required.

Tactical Air Support is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer