Field Engineer Sr - E3 - Patrick AFB FL

VetJobs; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin at Patrick Space Force Base in Florida seeks a Senior Field Engineer (Simulator Technician) to maintain and sustain CRH training devices, including WSTs and AVDTTs, ensuring performance and reliability.

The role requires 5–8 years in simulator maintenance or related fields, active CompTIA Security+ certification, and hands-on IT experience with Windows/Linux and networking. Onsite work only with strict safety and DoD standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years in simulator maintenance or related field.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification required at time of hire.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux, networking basics.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting on CRH training devices (WSTs, AVDTTs).
• Lead fault isolation and root-cause analysis across subsystems.
• Support software updates and hardware modifications.
• Document maintenance actions per AFTO 781 series.
• Coordinate with engineering, logistics, cybersecurity, and PM teams.
• Support DMO events, certifications, and demonstrations.
• Ensure compliance with technical orders and safety standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

IT systems

Windows/Linux

Reading schematics

Test equipment

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Signal analyzers

Job description

Job Description

• Final Clearance for the Role: Secret
• Shift: 2
• Relocation: No
• Level Of Experience: Experienced Professional
• Clearance Required to Start: Interim Secret
• Telework: Employee will work Onsite Full Time
• Functional Area: COO & Operations
• FT/PT/Casual: FullTime
• Business Area: Rotary and Mission Systems
• Salary Range: $72,500.00 - $134,600.00

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

Standard Job Description

The Senior Field Engineer (Simulator Technician) will support the Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) Training Systems program at Patrick Space Force Base, providing advanced-level maintenance, troubleshooting, and sustainment of Operational Flight Trainer (OFTT) and Avionics Desktop Trainers (AVDTTs), along with associated subsystems.

Standard Duties

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on CRH training devices, specifically WSTs and AVDTTs, including hardware, software, and networked systems.
• Lead fault isolation and root cause analysis across simulator subsystems (visuals, avionics, IOS, computing environments, and network infrastructure).
• Support installation, integration, and verification of software updates (e.g., OFP load upgrades) and hardware modifications.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of maintenance actions in accordance with AFTO Form 781 series and program requirements.
• Analyze system performance data (MTBF, failure trends) and implement corrective actions to improve system reliability and availability.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and on-the-job training to junior field engineers and technicians.
• Coordinate with engineering, logistics, cybersecurity, and program management teams to resolve complex system issues.
• Support Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) events, system certifications, and customer demonstrations.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable technical orders, cybersecurity requirements, and safety standards.

Auto req ID

483668BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in simulator maintenance, avionics, IT systems, or related technical field.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification is required and must be held at time of hire.
• Strong troubleshooting experience across electrical, electronic, and computer-based systems.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with IT/computer systems, including Windows and/or Linux environments, system administration fundamentals, and basic networking.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and technical orders.
• Experience using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal analyzers.
• Familiarity with maintenance documentation systems and data tracking (e.g., AFTO forms, maintenance logs).

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting military flight simulators or training systems (WST, AVDTT, or similar platforms preferred).
• Knowledge of Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) environments.
• Experience with software installation, configuration management, and system baselining.
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices within DoD environments (STIGs, RMF, etc.).
• Experience analyzing system logs, databases, and network performance.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72500.00 - $134600.00

City

Patrick AFB

State

Florida

Job Category

Engineering

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Lockheed Martin