Field Service Engineer I

Scientific Research Corporation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Scientific Research Corporation is seeking a Field Service Engineer I to provide expert CSRR support and maintenance for submarine radio systems. The role involves hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and installation across lab environments and onboard submarines, with ongoing modernization and training responsibilities.

The position requires prior ITSX experience on submarines and CSRR expertise, with a Security+ certification. Travel is expected at 15–25% and U.S.

Qualifications

• Prior military experience as ITSX on submarines (at least 5 years)
• Common Submarine Radio Room (CSRR) experience (at least 5 years)
• Security+ certification (may obtain within first few months of employment)

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for CSRR and components.
• Test, troubleshoot, remove, rebuild and re-install submarine communication systems and equipment.
• Support PITCO and SOVT testing with end-to-end radio system validation onboard submarines.
• Install software and perform system backups on Windows and Red Hat Linux CSRR components.
• Conduct corrective maintenance, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of CSRR transceiver/receiver systems.
• Assist modernization efforts and provide on-the-job training to ship's force post-modification.

Skills

CSRR experience

ITSX on submarines

Security+ certification

Job description

Field Service Engineer I

Location: US-SC-North Charleston

ID: 2025-10633

Category: Field Service Engineer

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Application Open Date: 11/19/2025

Description

Acting as a CSRR Subject Matter Expert (SME)

• Providing technical support of the Common Submarine Radio Room (CSRR) and components
• Testing, troubleshooting, removing, rebuilding and/or replacing, re-installing and re-testing Submarine Communication Systems and equipment to include hardware, cabling, and software
• Providing support during Pre-Installation Test and Checkout (PITCO) and System Operational and Verification Testing (SOVT) to include a complete end-to-end test of the radio systems both in a controlled lab environment and onboard naval submarines
• Performing software installations and system backups on all Windows and Red Hat Linux CSRR components
• Performing corrective maintenance, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of the CSRR transceiver/receiver systems
• Providing pre- and post-installation testing support during modernization of the CSRR
• Providing on-the-job training (OJT) to ship's force after completion of the modernization alteration (will not require at-sea testing)
• Preparing test documentation and reviewing/revising existing CSRR documentation
• Supporting pre-deployment External Communications System Grooms of the entire submarine communications suite
• Providing support to the CSRR Multi-Reconfigurable Training System (MRTS) team
• Willing and able to travel, not including possible time at-sea

FILLING THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING

Requirements

• Prior military experience as ITSX on submarines (at least 5 years of experience)
• Common Submarine Radio Room (CSRR) experience (at least 5 years of experience)
• Security+ certification (may obtain within first few months of employment)

Desired Skills

• Pre-Installation Test and Checkout (PITCO), Groom and System Operational and Verification Testing (SOVT) experience
• Windows, Linux, Red Hat certifications
• CSRR maintenance school completion
• External Communications System (ECS) Grooms experience
• CSRR Multi-Reconfigurable Training System (MRTS) experience
• Any of the following NECs:
  • 736A: Global and Command Control System Maritime 4.X (GCCS-M.4X) System Administrator
  • 737A: Naval Tactical Command Support System (NTCSS) II Manager
  • 738A: Global Command and Control System Maritime (GCCS-M) (Force Level 4.1) Inc 2 System Admin
  • 739A: Global Command and Control System Maritime 4.0.3 (GCCS-M 4.0.3) System Administrator
  • 741A: Information System Security Manager (ISSM)
  • 742A: Network Security Vulnerability Technician
  • T47A: Submarine Local Area Network (SUBLAN) Technician
  • 744A: Low Band Universal Communication System (LBUCS) Transmit Terminal Equipment Operator/Maintainer
  • 745A: Information Systems Technician
  • 746A: Information Systems Administrator

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET / SCI ELIGIBILITY

Travel Requirements

• 15-25% travel

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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