Field Engineer

M2 Solutions Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is hiring a field engineer to support advanced networking efforts. This role demands significant experience, including eleven years in communications projects, and requires a TS/SCI with polygraph. Key responsibilities include managing tactical communications, performing specialized installations, and addressing field issues independently. Ideal candidates will have a thorough understanding of communication systems and considerable knowledge of security standards. Applicants must be ready for potentially dangerous environments.

Qualifications

• Eleven or more years direct experience with tactical communications projects.
• Previous experience as a Senior Communications Officer.
• Expert knowledge of Customer communication and message systems.

Responsibilities

• Support Sponsor's networking efforts.
• Manage tactical and operational communications.
• Perform specialized equipment installations and modifications.

Skills

Management of LAN systems

TS/SCI with polygraph

Experience in war theaters

Familiarity with ICOM/Motorola/Harris equipment

Independent resolution of field issues

Ability to communicate with technical/non-technical audiences

Knowledge of communications security systems

Job description

As a field engineer, you will support the Sponsor's networking efforts, managing tactical and operational communications both domestically and OCONUS.

Required Qualifications

• Eleven (11) or more years direct experience with Sponsor traditional and tactical communications projects and design.
• Previous experience as a Senior Communications Officer
• Experience with management of field tactical and operational communications systems and procedures
• IT experience in Customer environment
• Knowledge of field communications
• Experience in war theaters and OCONUS travel
• Experience as a Project Manager in Customer Environment
• Management of LAN systems
• SATCOM experience
• Understanding of a Communications Center
• Familiarity with ICOM/Motorola/Harris equipment and its use
• Direct experience / expert knowledge of Customer communication and message systems.
• Background in and understanding of current installation procedures (CIP) and field training of personnel.
• Considerable knowledge of operations, maintenance and management communications security systems including cryptographic equipment and accounts
• TS/SCI with polygraph

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to manage accountable property
• Ability to independently resolve most field/base infrastructure issues
• Ability to give details to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to adhere to security and safety standards, counter-intelligence and applicable communications policies and procedures
• Ability to independently perform specialized equipment and systems installations, modifications, and upgrades.
• Ability to test, identify, and resolve most tier 1 and tier 2 equipment and system problems
• Willingness to perform extended TDYs in dangerous/hostile environments
• Ability to be medically and administratively cleared for travel
• Ability to successfully qualify for weapons training
• Working knowledge of policies and regulations related to the completion of assigned work