Applications Engineer

Clientmind Recruiting, Inc.; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clientmind Recruiting, Inc. seeks an Applications Engineer to support deployment, integration, testing, and technical support of military GPS/PNT systems. The role emphasizes field testing, system demonstrations, and working with government stakeholders.

The position requires frequent travel (up to 50%) to military installations and test ranges. Veterans with relevant military experience are encouraged to apply. Equivalent training may substitute for some formal requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S. security clearance ability required.
• 3–6 years of relevant field engineering or tech support experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (EE/Systems/CE).
• Strong GPS/GNSS/PNT knowledge and field testing experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Experience with system testing or software validation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site installation, configuration, and operation of military GPS and PNT systems.
• Assist with system integration on military platforms such as vehicles and dismounted systems.
• Support field testing, demonstrations, and operational evaluations.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and RF issues during testing and deployment.
• Support internal testing by executing software testing and system validation activities.
• Develop and execute test procedures and generate test reports.
• Document field observations and collect operational feedback from users.
• Support operator and maintainer training activities.
• Create and maintain trip reports, procedures, guides, and user documentation.

Skills

GPS/GNSS

Field engineering

System troubleshooting

Technical support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Systems/Computer Engineering

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

We are seeking an Applications Engineer to support the deployment, integration, testing, and technical support of military GPS and Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems. This role focuses on supporting system integration, field testing, and operational demonstrations with military users. The Applications Engineer will work closely with development engineers, test teams, and government stakeholders to help install, configure, test, and troubleshoot GPS/PNT equipment during field exercises, platform integrations, and system demonstrations.

This position requires frequent travel (up to 50%) to military installations, test ranges, and operational environments. Travel may include supporting field tests, military exercises, integration activities, and operational evaluations. Veterans with relevant technical military experience are encouraged to apply. Equivalent military training and operational experience may be considered in lieu of some formal engineering and education requirements.

Typical Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide on-site support for installation, configuration, and operation of military GPS and PNT systems
• Assist with system integration on military platforms including vehicles and dismounted systems
• Support field testing, demonstrations, and operational evaluations
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and RF-related issues during system testing and deployment
• Support the internal testing team by executing software testing, regression testing, and system validation activities
• Assist in the development and execution of test procedures and test reports
• Collect operational feedback from users and document field observations
• Support operator and maintainer training activities
• Create and maintain documentation including trip reports, test procedures, integration guides, and user documentation

Provide technical support to project managers and engineering teams during field events

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
• 3–6 years of relevant technical experience in field engineering, systems integration, testing, or technical support
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or other technical field
• In-depth understanding and experience working with GPS, GNSS, or Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems
• Experience executing system testing or software validation activities
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel up to 50%

OR other Bachelor’s Degree and military technical training and experience

Preferred Military Backgrounds

Candidates with experience in the following specialties are encouraged to apply:

U.S. Army MOS

• 94E – Radio and Communications Security Repairer

U.S. Air Force AFSC

• 1C8 – Radar, Airfield & Weather Systems