Description:System Field Engineer Staff - Avionics / Sensors - Level 4
This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II.
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What You Will Be DoingThis Field Support Engineer provides technical advice and guidance on installation, adaptation, configuration or enhancement of company technical products, programs and systems. Provides expertise for resolving technical problems, troubleshoots products and modifies them to customer requirements. Provides training to customers. Candidate will be an integral member of a technical team responsible for overseeing a complex mission system during operations and will be able to confer with a broader engineering team regarding anomalies in system operation.
The candidate will be responsible for day to day maintenance, trouble shooting, fault isolation, analysis and complete check-out of a set of complex computer and communications equipment. Candidate must have a thorough knowledge of network based communications systems, routers, virtual systems, relational databases, Windows Server 2003, 2008, and 2012, Windows XP, Windows 7, and UNIX operating systems. Will develop solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Will remove and replace components and assemblies, repair and perform general up-keep of all systems. Will perform periodic inspections, overhaul, modify and update systems as defined by engineering. Will perform periodic software installs and upgrades. Must be familiar with and demonstrate an ability to use engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, technical guides and manufacturers' manuals. Accomplish fault analysis and resolution of avionic system and subsystem discrepancies experienced in the field. Attend debriefings, as required, to aid in the rapid identification of emergent issues. Document problems, even if resolved on-site, to ensure the company can identify failure trends. Will be required to operate, service and maintain support equipment.
Comprehensive system integration expertise is required. Must be innovative, self-motivated, proactive and always utilize sound judgment, be diplomatic and establish and preserve a creditable relationship with all personnel. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills as well as excellent oral and written communications skills are required to support the on-site Customer. Manage and track multiple engineering and logistics support activities, providing periodic status to Customer and Program Management.
Candidates must be willing to travel and work periodically at austere remote locations to support Customer requirements. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport, accept customer furnished quarters and comply with mobility requirements such as chemical warfare training and applicable vaccinations. Must be willing to work extended shifts including holidays and weekends.
The applicant selected will be subjected to Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for program access. Selected applicant must meet minimum medical requirements, which includes a company overseas physical. This position will require an active Top Secret security clearance with current SBI. The candidate must agree to and successfully pass a polygraph examination if requested.
Basic Qualifications:- Knowledge in network and computer systems administration
- Experience with troubleshooting networks and computers
- Hardware and software experience
- Active Top Secret Clearance
Desired Skills:- Cost, Schedule and Quality management supporting MRO activities
- Technical report writing
- Experience operating / maintaining Support Equipment
- Knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support concepts
- Bachelor or above Degree
- Network Administration
- Network Installation
- Engineering Technician
- Operations Engineering
- Remote Sensing
- UAV Technology
- Avionics Support
- Backup & Recovery
- Security+
- Must be willing to travel, work any shift, weekends and holidays to meet customer requirements
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Product Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
