Lead Field Engineer, RVA Missile Networks

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Li

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems seeks a Principal Field Engineer to lead field technicians and sustain the RVA Battlefield network at FE Warren. This role involves hands-on troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and on-site repairs, with occasional travel to remote missile fields.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, can obtain a Secret clearance, and is comfortable climbing to 50 feet while performing complex maintenance tasks. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Qualifications

• BS in Science required; MS/PhD considered for substitution with experience.
• 2 years of leadership experience in field settings.
• US citizen with ability to obtain Secret clearance.
• Proven leadership, teamwork and training of personnel.
• Strong problem solving with root-cause analysis and solutions.
• Heavy equipment handling up to 40 lbs and safe lifting.
• Current driver license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead field technicians in RVA network maintenance at field sites.
• Troubleshoot with NOC and POC; resolve issues promptly.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs.
• Dispatch year-round to remote missile field; work at 50 ft heights.
• Maintain documentation; ensure safety and environmental compliance.
• Provide on-the-job training to staff; ensure manuals followed.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Training/mentoring

Team collaboration

Technical problem solving

Education

BS in Science

MS in Science

PhD

Tools

Soldering

Fiber optic repair

Cat 5 cabling/termination

Job description

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems seeks a Principal Field Engineer to lead field technicians and sustain the RVA Battlefield network at FE Warren. This role involves hands-on troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and on-site repairs, with occasional travel to remote missile fields.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, can obtain a Secret clearance, and is comfortable climbing to 50 feet while performing complex maintenance tasks. Relocation assistance may be provided.