Navy Field Engineer/Technical Support Specialist

Bna Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health savings account (HSA) option

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Bna Inc is seeking a Navy Field Engineer/Technical Support Specialist to support NAVSEA and NSWC Philadelphia Division programs. This role demands the installation and maintenance of IT systems aboard U.S. Navy vessels, alongside providing technical assessments and troubleshooting.

Candidates must possess strong IT and networking skills, military experience, and a commitment to cybersecurity. Bna Inc offers a robust benefits package, including health plans and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting IT, networking, cybersecurity, communications, or mission systems.
• Minimum four years military service, preferably U.S. Navy.
• Ability to maintain DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities with NAVSEA and other stakeholders.
• Conduct technical assessments and surveys aboard ships.
• Support remote technical assistance and diagnostics.
• Install and maintain various hardware and software systems.
• Evaluate system configurations for compliance and performance.

Skills

Windows and Linux administration

Network troubleshooting

Hardware installation

TCP/IP networking fundamentals

Technical documentation

Cybersecurity practices

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Operational independence

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

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 and Experience

Candidates shall meet one of the following qualification pathways:

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 and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full‑time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90‑day wellness check‑ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross‑training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly team‑building events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

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.