Field Service Technician III (Deploy Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match up to 6%

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Florida is seeking a Field Service Technician III to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on aerospace and defense systems. You will install, operate, and sustain equipment, with on-site training for customers.

This role involves travel, including international deployments, and requires a current Secret clearance. The ISR/Aviation/ IAS business area supports multi-vehicle programs like JLTV and other DoD platforms, emphasizing rigorous documentation and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years experience as technician.
• Ability to interpret schematics and manuals.
• Experience with diesel or military vehicles.
• Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.
• Willingness to travel internationally and 90‑day deployments.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert-level maintenance and repairs on aerospace/defense systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Travel to customer sites, including international locations.
• Support JLTV, Humvee, LTV vehicle programs.
• Provide on-site training and maintain records.

Skills

3+ years experience

Field service

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Troubleshooting tools

Job description

Do you have strong analytical and communication skills, like to work in collaborative environment, and have a background in the US Department of Defense, US Military or Aerospace & Defense industry? We may have the perfect opportunity for you! As a Field Service Technician III, you will be using your skills and expertise to perform a variety of maintenance and technical support on our products such as performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on tactical or commercial diesel platforms and is capable of supporting new vehicle launch activities on programs such as the JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) and other multi‑vehicle configurations. This role requires strong diagnostic abilities and detailed documentation of root cause, repair actions, and engineering issues.

You’ll be responsible for installing, operating, maintaining, repairing, and modifying our products and updating and tracking the status of all field related equipment. You’ll build and maintain effective relationships with our customers and provide them with onsite training. This is a DEPLOY ONLY role working overseas on a 90 day rotation basis.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end‑to‑end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

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.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Important Notice

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non‑U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state‑of‑the‑art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.