Field Service Engineer - White Sands Missile Range

Job Description

Description

SAIC is currently seeking Field Service Experts (FSE) to support SAIC’s Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) Team.

Primary duty location is onsite at the White Sand Missile Range (WSMR), New Mexico - which requires 4 months onsite training in Huntsville, Alabama.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This team is responsible for delivering high-level technical support, system integration, and field service engineering for the IBCS Program. The position involves collaborating with military and civilian personnel to ensure the seamless deployment, operation, and maintenance of the IBCS system.

• Provide technical support services in support of maintaining and sustaining fielded IBCS systems, equipment and software at all identified locations
• Represent the IBCS program as the primary point of contact
• Integrate and maintain systems running Red Hat Enterprise Linux and integrate COTS/GOTS products with IBCS systems
• Assist in the emplacement and initialization of the IBCS system
• Advise customers on the capabilities and limitations of the IBCS system
• Assist in troubleshooting IBCS hardware, software, and networks
• Provide feedback to program leadership regarding system performance and end-user feedback
• Perform operator and maintainer tasks on equipment, integrated systems, subsystems, and software
• Conduct training 
• Support Program Help Desk 
• Conduct scheduled equipment inventories

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Mid-Level: BS and five (5) years’ experience; six (6) years' experience accepted in lieu of degree (per contract) 
• Senior level: BS and nine (9) years’ experience; six (6) years' experience accepted in lieu of degree (per contract) 

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Experience with tactical networks and troubleshooting
• In field operator training
• Troubleshooting of computer systems and networks
• Good oral communications
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in high-pressure environments
• Able to work independently and efficiently with short term deadlines 

REQUIRED CLEARANCE:

• Must possess an active DoD Secret Clearance

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• Security+ certified (active on Day 1) 
• Linux + certification or the ability to obtain within three months of hire date

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Army Air Defense background (14 or 140A or 14G) 
• IBCS experience maintaining and sustaining fielded IBCS systems, equipment and software
• Willingness to acquire CDL

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.