Senior Field Service Technician

Socket.dev; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Sector in Chesapeake, VA seeks a Senior Field Service Technician to operate and maintain a complex radar system in the National Capital Region. The role requires the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance and travel to remote facilities as needed.

You will work with Leidos engineers to install, configure, and repair equipment, and keep precise maintenance records. The job also demands lifting up to 75 pounds and readiness for long hours in varied weather.

Qualifications

• Active DoD SECRET clearance and U.S. citizenship required.
• BS/BA with 4+ years in electronics system installation and maintenance.
• Formal training in RF, digital & analog electronics; strong fault diagnosis.
• Experience testing and evaluating digital/analog/RF electronics.
• Knowledge of military comms, encryption devices, and LAN/WAN basics.
• Proficient with test gear and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, integrate, configure, operate and repair a complex radar system.
• Assemble and troubleshoot RF, cables, and electronic chassis.
• Perform System Integration and Checkout of modified equipment.
• Analyze failures to determine root cause and corrective action.
• Prepare reports, maintain maintenance records, and inventory.
• Travel to remote sites; work with engineers and field teams.
• Maintain safety, standards, and process documentation.

Skills

RF theory

Electronics testing

Windows proficiency

Technical writing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree + experience

Basic Electronics

Tools

Test equipment (multimeters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes)

COMSEC equipment (KG-175, KG-250, SKLs)

Windows & Office

Job description

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos' Defense Systems Land Systems Business Area, RF Systems Division is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to join our team in our Chesapeake, VA, office to operate and maintain a complex radar system in the National Capitol Region. This position will require the candidate to be able to obtain/maintain a DOD - Secret Security Clearance. The technician will work closely with Leidos engineers to operate and maintain a radar system and identify issues that require frequent travel to remote facilities to implement repair or replacement of system equipment.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Install, integrate, configure, initialize, administer, operate, deploy, troubleshoot, maintain and repair a complex radar system.
• Assemble and troubleshoot electronic systems, mechanically integrated parts, cable harnesses, RF coaxial and fiber optic cables, and electronic and computer chassis.
• Perform System Integration and Checkout of modified and repaired equipment.
• Analyze equipment failures to determine root cause to then recommend and implement corrective action.
• Prepare and submit reports of equipment discrepancies and possible solutions, devise and implement preventive maintenance programs, and actively keep performance and maintenance records on equipment configuration.
• Keep accurate parts and equipment inventory records.
• Be self-motivated and able to work effectively both in a team environment and under minimal supervision in the field.
• Be willing to travel and work long hours and work in adverse weather conditions.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have an active DoD SECRET clearance. (U.S. Citizenship is required)
• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience (minimum of 8 years total relevant experience) civilian or military training and hands-on experience in relevant electronics system installation and maintenance such as radar systems, electronic countermeasure systems, electronic warfare systems or radio communications systems.
• Formal training in Basic Electronics & Electricity (RF, Digital & Analog principles), solid state electronics and RF theory and principles.
• Testing, troubleshooting and evaluation experience with digital, analog and RF level electronics.
• Understanding and knowledge of military communications systems and encryption devices.
• Understanding and knowledge of basic computer network (LAN/WAN) principles.
• Proficiency with standard test equipment such as multi-meters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers to test and troubleshoot electronic hardware.
• Basic knowledge of electrical multi-pin connectors and the repair of same.
• Personal Computer knowledge with experience in word processing and spreadsheet creation, and technical writing skills to update documentation, maintain records and create reports to Program Management.
• Proficiency with general hand and electrical tools.
• Proficiency using Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Position will frequently require lifting and moving products and parts weighing up to seventy-five (75) pounds, standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders and stairs, climbing cellular towers, and working in small, restricted areas throughout the workday in both indoor and outdoor locations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Work onsite in Chesapeake Virginia and travel as-needed to remote work locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with using the Linux operating system environment. Proficiency navigating the operating system and executing programs from the command line.
• Experience handling and maintaining COMSEC equipment to include Inline Network Encryptors (e.g., KG-175, KG-250, etc.), Inline Media Encryptors / Data at Rest equipment, and Simple Key Loaders (SKLs).
• 1+ year Tower climbing experience to include installation, replacement, and repair of tower antenna systems
• HVAC maintenance and repair experience

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting

September 18, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.