Tactical Telecom Systems Engineer - Field Ops

Hardware FYI; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Airbus DS Geo Inc. in Southern California is seeking a Telecom System Engineer to join a field-based team supporting tactical radio and IP network systems at a client site.

The role involves 24/7 operations, incident management, and close collaboration with international R&D and domestic partners. You will administer Windows/Linux nodes, Cisco routing/switching, and RF infrastructure while working flexible hours in a dynamic defense/public safety context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics, IT, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on IT/Telecom/RF infrastructure experience (LMR/LTE preferred)
• Fluent in English; French a significant plus
• Strong background in Windows/Linux OS, Cisco routing/switching, electronics theory and field documentation
• Valid driver's license and willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays and on-call shifts

Responsibilities

• Perform first and second-level maintenance, troubleshooting, and programming of radio units, RF infrastructure, and IP networks on 24/7 shifts
• Manage end-to-end incident lifecycles, RMA logistics, and factory repair coordination with teams in France and domestic partners
• Administer Windows and Linux endpoint control nodes, software updates, and network devices (Cisco or equivalent)
• Operate 4x4 vehicles in field environments including night vision operations
• Foster collaboration with Law Enforcement, Police, and Military/Defense customer organizations

Skills

English proficiency

French language

IT/Telecom experience

RF infrastructure

Windows

Linux

Cisco routing/switching

Field documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics/IT/Electrical engineering

Tools

Windows

Linux

Cisco routing/switching

Job description

Airbus DS Geo Inc. in Southern California is seeking a Telecom System Engineer to join a field-based team supporting tactical radio and IP network systems at a client site.

The role involves 24/7 operations, incident management, and close collaboration with international R&D and domestic partners. You will administer Windows/Linux nodes, Cisco routing/switching, and RF infrastructure while working flexible hours in a dynamic defense/public safety context.