Field Service Technician III (Deploy Only)

AviHire; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

AviHire is seeking an experienced technician to perform expert-level maintenance and repairs on complex aerospace and defense systems. You will diagnose and resolve the most challenging technical issues and work with JLTV, Humvee, LTV, or other military vehicles, including support for vehicle launch, validation, or early production.

You must understand DoD maintenance practices, MESL, or technical directives, and apply structured troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. Mandatory.
• 3+ years as a technician or in a related field.
• Ability to read schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals.
• Progressive troubleshooting on radar and communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert-level maintenance and repairs on aerospace/defense systems.
• Diagnose and resolve the most challenging technical issues.
• Experience with JLTV, Humvee, LTV or other military vehicles.
• Support vehicle launch, validation, or early production efforts.
• Adhere to MIL/DoD/DoW maintenance practices and directives.
• Familiar with root cause analysis and structured troubleshooting.

Skills

Aerospace maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Radar/communication

Vehicle systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Perform expert-level maintenance and repairs on complex aerospace and defense systems.
• Diagnose and resolve the most challenging technical issues.
• Experience with Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) , Humvee, LTV, or other military tactical vehicles.
• Experience supporting vehicle launch, validation, or early production efforts.
• Knowledge of Military /DoD/ DoW maintenance practices, MESL, or technical directives.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis tools and structured troubleshooting methodologies.
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams during prototyping or product improvement cycles.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all field activities and equipment status.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards and industry regulations.
• Oversee inventory management for spare parts and tools.
• Generate comprehensive technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Travel extensively to customer sites, potentially including international locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert-level maintenance and repairs on complex aerospace and defense systems.
• Diagnose and resolve the most challenging technical issues.
• Experience with Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) , Humvee, LTV, or other military tactical vehicles.
• Experience supporting vehicle launch, validation, or early production efforts.
• Knowledge of Military /DoD/ DoW maintenance practices, MESL, or technical directives.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis tools and structured troubleshooting methodologies.
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams during prototyping or product improvement cycles.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all field activities and equipment status.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards and industry regulations.
• Oversee inventory management for spare parts and tools.
• Generate comprehensive technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Travel extensively to customer sites, potentially including international locations.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience as a technician or in a related field.
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Ability to understand and interpret basic technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
• Progressive experience using troubleshooting techniques and repair radar and communication systems in various environments, including both fixed locations and deployed environments.
• Hands-on background in vehicle maintenance, repair, overhaul, or sustainment of diesel or military vehicles.
• Experience diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Background in networking, radar, communications
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, the ability to read complex drawings, and proficiency with precision tools.
• Thorough understanding of electrical wiring concepts
• Provide technical support for computer systems and networks.
• Install, sustain, troubleshoot, and repair various communication systems, including networks, cable distribution, COMSEC, and cryptographic devices.
• Ability to frequently travel outside the continental US, typically for extended periods of time
• An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment
• Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command restriction requirements for deployed locations
• Ability to deploy for a minimum of 90 days to OCONUS operating location.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required
• 60 hour work week.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with FCC or FCC GROL
• Prior experience with Security+, Network+, CCNA and/or A+
• ASE certification (Automotive Service Excellence), ideally in diesel engines or medium/heavy truck.
• Experience supporting vehicle launch, validation, or early production efforts.
• Knowledge of DoD/DoW maintenance practices, MESL, or technical directives.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis tools and structured troubleshooting methodologies.