Jr. Field Engineer

Future Technologies Inc.; King George (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Future Technologies Inc. is seeking a Jr. Field Engineer to provide support for Navy Combat Systems. The role involves management of Windows and Linux systems, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and providing lab support for testing and training.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience, alongside an active Secret security clearance. Join us in empowering the Navy’s combat capabilities.

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant work experience or Associates Degree with no experience.
• Active Secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Management of Windows and Linux workstations.
• Troubleshoot and maintain network equipment.
• Provide lab support for testing and training.

Skills

Hardware and software troubleshooting

Managing Windows and Linux systems

Networking knowledge

Support in real-world settings

Education

High School diploma with 2 years experience or Associates Degree

Job description

Brief Description

The Jr. Field Engineer will provide support for the Navy Combat Systems running a mixture of Windows and Linux computer systems. This involves support for Simulation software products, AEGIS combat system interfaces, and networks used for testing and training for the Aegis combat system. This will include support for installation, operation and maintenance of complex M&S computer systems within a technical systems environment used for testing and training for the NAVY combat systems.

Responsibilities

• Management of a Windows and Linux workstations and supporting systems and infrastructure in a rapidly changing RDT&E environment.
• Troubleshoot, preventative/corrective maintenance, installs, upgrades and maintain various GOTS/COTS systems and associated network equipment.
• Supporting customers in a lab environment and will provide lab support for equipment used for testing and training.
• Setting configurations, equipment interfaces and data extraction requirements.
• Conduct, analyze and coordinate testing, report any findings and/or discrepancies.
• Solve hardware and software interface problems, define input and output parameters, and ensure integration of systems.
• Troubleshooting and isolating hardware and software issues and implementing simulation solutions.

Requirements

• High School diploma with 2 years relevant work experience or; an Associates Degree with 0 years relevant work experience.
• Experience with managing Windows or Linux Computer Systems in complex environment.
• Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and standards.
• Strong hardware and software troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity in supporting in a real world setting at a complex site with RDT&E.
• Working Knowledge of computer systems hardware.
• Working technical knowledge of networking and PC systems, including Windows and Redhat Linux.
• Work with help desk ticketing system for problem tracking and resolution.
• Diagnose and resolve technical hardware and software issues in a complex network environment.
• Able to install, support, and troubleshoot PC hardware components and peripherals.
• Provide support to user community by responding to requests for technical assistance.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.