Do you have strong analytical and communication skills, like to work in collaborative environment, and have a background in the US Department of Defense, US Military, or Aerospace & Defense industry? We may have the perfect opportunity for you! The Field Service Technician V is an expert-level professional who provides unparalleled technical support, maintenance, and repair services for the most complex systems. This role demands exceptional leadership, advanced diagnostic abilities, and the capacity to oversee the most challenging field projects independently. The technician will also be instrumental in developing training programs and leading high-level technical teams. This is a DEPLOY ONLY role working overseas on a 90 day rotation basis working a 84 hour work week. Serve as the on-site operational lead, aligning team activities with customer mission objectives while ensuring exceptional service delivery, operational readiness, and sustained customer satisfaction.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
Responsibilities:
Serve as the on-site leader for Field Service Technicians, providing daily direction, work assignments, and technical guidance.
Mentor team members and support technical development.
Build strong customer relationships and align support with mission needs.
Oversee field service operations to meet contract and mission requirements, coordinate maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
Maintain service quality standards and operational readiness.
Identify risks and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime
Perform expert-level maintenance and repair tasks on the most complex aerospace and defense systems.
Independently manage and lead the most challenging and high-stakes field service projects .
Experience supporting vehicle launch , validation, or early production efforts.
Diagnose and resolve the most intricate and difficult technical issues.
Lead and mentor senior-level field service technicians and technical teams.
Develop and implement training programs for customers and internal teams.
Maintain comprehensive and detailed records of all field activities and equipment status.
Ensure the highest level of compliance with safety standards and industry regulations.
Optimize inventory management and logistics for spare parts and tools.
Generate and present high-level technical reports and strategic insights to executive management.
Travel extensively to customer locations, including international sites, as required.
Qualifications You Must Have:
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
7+ years of experience as a counter UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) technician or in a related aviation field..
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Ability to understand and interpret complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications .
Advanced experience with the practical application of troubleshooting techniques.
Advanced electrical wiring skills.
Provide technical support for computer systems and networks.
Install, sustain, troubleshoot, and repair various communication systems, including networks, cable distribution, COMSEC, and cryptographic devices.
Focus in defense technology and aerospace domains, specifically targeting Radio Frequency (RF) , Electronic Warfare (EW) , Communications (Comms) , and Tactical…