Navy Field Engineer/Technical Support Specialist

Bart & Associates, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bart & Associates, Inc. seeks a Navy Field Engineer / Technical Support Specialist to support NAVSEA and NSWCPD programs as part of an ISEA team. The role covers shipboard assessments, fleet technical assistance, engineering investigations, modernization efforts, and lifecycle sustainment aboard U.S.

Navy vessels and shore facilities. The role involves installation, troubleshooting, cybersecurity, networking, and systems administration support; regular interaction with active‑duty personnel,

Qualifications

• Requires Windows and Linux administration and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with networks, cybersecurity, or mission systems.
• Ability to work with active‑duty military personnel and shipboard crews.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities with NAVSEA, NSWCPD, shipyards, RMCs, and fleet stakeholders.
• Conduct shipboard assessments, surveys, equipment evaluations, and engineering investigations.
• Provide remote technical assistance, diagnostics, root cause analysis, and corrective action development.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hardware, software, operating systems, networks, and cybersecurity systems.
• Support modernization efforts, technology refreshes, upgrades, and installations; assist in system integration and testing.
• Verify configurations against baselines, cybersecurity requirements, and documentation.
• Perform fault isolation and corrective maintenance.
• Train fleet operators and maintainers in deployed systems.
• Prepare technical reports, assessment findings, and corrective action documentation.
• Participate in fleet technical assist visits and casualty response activities.

Skills

Windows administration

Linux administration

Network troubleshooting

TCP/IP networking fundamentals

Cybersecurity best practices

Technical documentation

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Independent work in fleet environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Info Science/IS/IT or related technical discipline

High School Diploma + 4 years military service (Navy preferred)

Job description

Navy Field Engineer / Technical Support Specialist

Job Summary

B&A is seeking a highly motivated Navy Field Engineer / Technical Support Specialist to support NAVSEA and NSWC Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) programs as part of an In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) team. This position aligns with DoD Manual 8140.03 Work Role 411 – Technical Support Specialist and supports shipboard assessments, fleet technical assistance, engineering investigations, modernization efforts, and lifecycle sustainment activities aboard U.S. Navy vessels and shore facilities.

The successful candidate will provide installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, technical assessment, remote technical assistance, cybersecurity, networking, and systems administration support for deployed information technology and mission systems. The position requires regular interaction with active‑duty military personnel, government engineers, program managers, and shipboard crews.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities with NAVSEA, NSWCPD, shipyards, Regional Maintenance Centers, and fleet stakeholders.
• Conduct shipboard technical assessments, surveys, equipment evaluations, and engineering investigations.
• Support remote technical assistance activities, diagnostics, root cause analysis, and corrective action development.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hardware, software, operating systems, networks, and cybersecurity systems.
• Support fleet modernization efforts, technology refreshes, upgrades, and installations. Assist in development and execution of system integration, operational, acceptance, and validation testing.
• Evaluate system configurations and verify compliance with approved technical baselines, cybersecurity requirements, and engineering documentation.
• Perform hardware and software fault isolation and corrective maintenance.
• Train fleet operators and maintainers in operation and maintenance of deployed systems.
• Prepare technical reports, assessment findings, engineering recommendations, and corrective action documentation.
• Participate in fleet technical assist visits, casualty response efforts, and emergent engineering support activities.
• Support cybersecurity compliance efforts including STIG implementation, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and RMF‑related activities.

Education & Experience

Option 1:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum four (4) years of military service, preferably U.S. Navy.
• Experience supporting information technology, networking, cybersecurity, communications, or mission systems.

Option 2:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related technical discipline.

Required Skills

• Windows and Linux administration and troubleshooting
• Network troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Hardware installation, maintenance, and repair
• TCP/IP networking fundamentals
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Cybersecurity best practices and system hardening
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently in operational fleet environments

Desired Skills

• NAVSEA or NSWCPD support experience
• ISEA support experience
• Shipboard assessments and technical assist visits
• Regional Maintenance Center or shipyard support
• Fleet modernization and technology insertion activities
• Engineering assessment reporting and corrective action development
• Shipboard information technology, networking, cybersecurity, combat systems, or C5ISR

Required Certifications

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+

Desired Certifications

• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA CySA+
• CompTIA SecurityX (CASP+)
• CISSP

Security Clearance

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Active Secret clearance preferred.

Benefits

Three robust individual and family medical plans, HSA option, dental and vision tiers, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, paid time off, sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits, and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform. 401(k) plan with company matching. Employee engagement programs include B&A Cares wellness check‑ins, mentorship program, job shadowing, brand ambassador program, EAP, monthly teambuilding events, and wellness challenges.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work‑related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e‑Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I‑9 Form to confirm work authorization.