Defense Field Service Technician - AIR6500 Systems

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Field Service Representative to support AIR6500 defence systems. You will perform maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of communications, IT and RF systems in diverse environments for the Royal Australian Air Force.

You will lead technical troubleshooting, mentor teammates and travel domestically/internationally as required, while complying with security and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate or equivalent in communications/electronics or information technology.
• Significant experience in regulated environments such as Defence or aviation.
• Experience with MMS/CMMS for maintenance management.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault diagnosis skills.
• Ability to mentor and guide team members.
• RHCSA or Linux+ certification is beneficial.
• Experience handling COMSEC materials and secure procedures.
• Experience on sustainment projects for defence programs.
• Experience maintaining RF transmitters, receivers and antennas.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, testing and system upgrades per manuals and procedures.
• Diagnose and repair communications equipment, IT systems and control systems.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and performance analysis of communications and IT equipment.
• Investigate faults and support root cause analysis to minimise repair turnaround.
• Assist with fault diagnosis for RAAF technical support requests.
• Support modification order integration following approved processes.
• Handle and store COMSEC materials in accordance with security rules.
• Maintain tool control and ensure safety and security compliance.
• Mentor team members and maintain up-to-date technical skills.

Skills

Communications & Electronics

Information Technology

System administration

Networking

RHCSA/Linux+

Education

Trade certificate in Communications & Electronics / IT

Job description

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Field Service Representative to support AIR6500 defence systems. You will perform maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair of communications, IT and RF systems in diverse environments for the Royal Australian Air Force.

You will lead technical troubleshooting, mentor teammates and travel domestically/internationally as required, while complying with security and regulatory requirements.