Rapid Deployment Radar Field Service Representative

General Dynamics - IT; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT seeks a senior Systems Engineer to manage rapid deployment radar systems, including operations, maintenance, and international deployments. The role supports transitions to international sites and demobilization activities, serving as a subject matter expert for equipment challenges.

The candidate will diagnose hardware, software, and OS issues, install and operate equipment at various locations, and document all support activities in ticketing systems.

Qualifications

• DoW SECRET clearance current or ability to obtain
• Bachelor’s degree or four years of equivalent military/technical training in radio frequency, electronics, or radars
• Travel up to 50%
• Four (4) years of relevant experience with Counter Fire Target Acquisition or Ground/Air Defense radar systems or similar
• Flexibility to travel overseas as required

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and administer expeditionary radar systems.
• Inspect, service, and repair systems up to the depot level.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, and OS issues.
• Install, initialize, and operate equipment at domestic and international locations.
• Assist in transitioning capabilities to permanent international sites or demobilizing equipment.
• Provide SME analysis for program equipment challenges.
• Document and track support calls using ticketing systems.

Skills

Self-motivated

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking/detail orientation

Verbal and written communication

Windows/Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training in RF/electronics/radars

Tools

Ticketing systems

Job description

The Systems Engineer is a senior-level position responsible for the operations, maintenance, and support of rapid deployment radar systems. This role requires technical expertise in system inspection, servicing, repair, and deployment, both domestically and internationally. The technician will assist in transitioning capabilities to permanent international work locations or demobilizing and redeploying equipment. Additionally, the position provides subject matter expertise for current and future program equipment challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, and administer expeditionary radar systems.

• Inspect, service, and repair systems up to the depot level.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, and operating system issues.

• Install, initialize, and operate equipment at domestic and international work locations.

• Assist in transitioning capabilities to permanent international sites or demobilizing and redeploying equipment.

• Provide subject matter expert analysis for program equipment challenges.

• Document and track support calls using ticketing systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Current or ability to obtain a DoW SECRET Clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree or four years of equivalent military/technical training in radio frequency, electronics, or radars.
• Travel - up to 50%

• Four (4) years of relevant experience or combined education performing administration, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and employment of Counter Fire Target Acquisition or Ground/Air Defense radar systems, or similar systems.

• Flexibility to travel overseas as required.

• Proficiency in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving hardware, software, and operating system issues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR) Systems

• SAAB Giraffe 1X

• Leonardo Multi-Mission Hemispheric Radar

• Graduate of a military radar repair course, with advanced radar repair courses preferred.

• Proficiency in using ticketing systems to document and track support calls.

Skills and Competencies:

• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively under minimal supervision.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally, diplomatically, and tactfully across all levels of an organization.

• Ability to work as part of a cohesive team while maintaining a positive attitude.

• Strong multitasking skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows operating systems and office automation software, including Microsoft Office and SharePoint.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government DoW SECRET Personnel Security Clearance.

• Must be immediately eligible for, and able to obtain,a TOP SECRET Security Clearance.

Travel and Medical Requirements

The(Systems Engineer) Rapid Deployment Radar Field Service Representative (FSR) must be prepared to travel to both domestic and international work locations, including high-threat and austere environments, as necessary to support the inspection, maintenance, and quality assurance of operations.

Additionally, candidates must be able to obtain aClass I worldwide medical clearanceto ensure they are medically qualified to work in all global locations, including those with challenging conditions.