Field Engineer

Society of Defense Financial Management; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Force Technologies is seeking a Field Engineer to provide technical and logistical support for DoD customers worldwide. You will troubleshoot, assemble components, and act as a SME for field deployments, with readiness to work in austere environments.

The role requires 4+ years of field support, ability to obtain SECRET clearance, and travel up to 50% (CONUS and OCONUS). You will collaborate with systems engineering to tailor solutions for mission needs.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of technical field support experience.
• Ability to obtain SECRET clearance.
• Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Support field exercises, demonstrations, and system deployments for DoD customers.
• Serve as operational SME for deploying equipment in defense and security mission sets.
• Provide customer-facing technical support for training, integration, and troubleshooting in the field.
• Conduct operational/user testing and collaborate with systems engineering to tailor solutions.

Skills

Field support experience

SECRET clearance eligibility

50% travel readiness

Education

Associates degree (or higher)

Tools

Video Encoding

Mesh Network Radios

Tactical Radar

Edge Processing

Signal Intelligence

Computer Vision

Job description

Digital Force Technologies (DFT) is a defense technology provider with a 26-year history of developing and fielding advanced sensor systems, force protection solutions, and tactical surveillance products. DFT’s extensive history of innovation, in-house expertise, and robust network of technology partners allows DFT to rapidly addresses critical Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal Agency requirements. DFT’s engineering team is a diverse and skilled group, determined to develop advanced technical solutions. DFT offers a unique chance to develop and work with modern technologies while delivering impact and seeing products grow from concept to reality. DFT is a results driven culture focused on innovation, creativity, and growth. If you have a passion for solving complex problems, making an immediate impact on a dynamic, and fast moving, product development team, we’d love to hear from you!

What We Need:

The Field Engineer (FE) provides technical/logistical support and implement solutions in direct support of customers. You will apply your problem-solving ability, creativity, and technical skills to assist the DoD around the world. The successful candidate will become a DFT representative and subject matter expert of our products, be comfortable with working in austere field conditions while troubleshooting and assembling various electronic components.

What You’ll Do:

• Support field exercises, demonstrations, and system deployments for all DFT systems within the DOD customer base.
• Act as operational subject matter expert for deploying DFT equipment in relevant mission sets to include base defense, tactical security, force protection, and mission autonomy.
• Serve as customer facing technical support representative for all DFT equipment to support training, integration, networking, and troubleshooting in the field.
• Conduct operational and end user testing when not in the field, focusing on usability, applicability, and effectiveness in specific mission sets.
• Work within the systems engineering group to help develop and tailor DFT solutions to meet customer requirements and needs.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• 4 or more years of technical field support work experience.
• Able to obtain SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain higher clearances as needed.
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS to support systems, with travel time up to 50% during certain periods.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military service preferred (with deployments).
• Currently holds at least a SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain higher clearances as needed.
• Experience working closely with product development, systems engineering, and product testing.
• Experience instructing or facilitating end user training.
• Experience with basic networking principles such as configuring local networks and designing basic network architectures.
• Experience with one or more of the following technologies: Video Encoding and Streaming, Mesh Network Radios, Tactical Radar, Computer Vision, Edge Processing, Signal Intelligence, or other similar technologies.
• Associates degree (or higher).

What We Offer:

DFT offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401K w/ company match (immediate vesting), life insurance, short term disability, 3 weeks PTO, 13 company holidays, and much more. In addition, DFT provides a company culture that encourages:

• Collaboration
• Innovation
• Employee engagement
• Motivation

Salary Range – $80,000 - $125,000 - The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.

If you are looking for a dynamic place to work where your contribution makes a difference in supporting the mission, DFT is the right company for you.

EEOC Statement - DFT is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.