Field Service Engineer

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Field Service Representative (FSR) to provide on-site sustainment support for the U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon Mission Compute Sustainment Program at Boeing Jacksonville (BJAX) and NAS JAX, Jacksonville, Florida.

The successful candidate will serve as BAE Systems’ primary on-site technical representative, providing direct customer support to the U.S. Navy and Boeing while supporting Mission Compute System sustainment activities. The FSR will troubleshoot complex avionics hardware and software issues, coordinate with engineering teams, support aircraft induction and acceptance activities, assist with fielded system integration, and help improve aircraft availability through responsive technical support and customer engagement.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, possesses excellent technical and interpersonal skills, and can independently represent BAE Systems while building trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders.

This position is based in Jacksonville, Florida. Local candidates are strongly preferred to support rapid customer response.

Travel Requirement: Approximately 10% CONUS/OCONUS travel for customer support, training, engineering collaboration, and program meetings.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary on-site BAE Systems technical representative supporting the U.S. Navy P-8A Mission Compute Sustainment Program.
• Provide daily technical support to U.S. Navy and Boeing personnel supporting P-8 aircraft operations and sustainment, acting as a key point of contact for technical issues.
• Troubleshoot and isolate complex avionics hardware, software, and system integration issues within the Mission Compute system.
• Support aircraft induction, acceptance testing, return-to-service activities, and operational verification.
• Coordinate technical issues with BAE Systems engineering, manufacturing, repair, logistics, and program management organizations.
• Document troubleshooting activities, corrective actions, engineering recommendations, and customer interactions using established documentation and procedures.
• Support installation, configuration, verification, and validation of mission system hardware and software updates and modifications.
• Identify recurring failure trends and recommend reliability and process improvements.
• Provide technical guidance and informal training to customer personnel as required, fostering knowledge transfer.
• Maintain effective communication with customers , providing regular updates and ensuring timely resolution of technical issues.
• Represent BAE Systems professionally, fostering strong customer relationships built on responsiveness, technical expertise, and trust.
• Support occasional CONUS/OCONUS travel (approximately 10%) in support of customer requirements and program execution.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Computer Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline OR equivalent U.S. military technical training with a minimum of four (4) years of directly related experience
• Minimum four (4) years of experience in avionics, electronics, aircraft maintenance, or field service supporting military aircraft systems
• Must hold an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware and software issues with minimal supervision
• Ability to build trusted customer relationships through responsiveness, technical competence, professionalism, and effective communication
• Understanding of DoD aircraft maintenance procedures and operational environments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, technical manuals, maintenance procedures, and engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of aircraft LRUs, SRUs, and avionics integration concepts
• Experience documenting technical findings, troubleshooting activities, and corrective actions
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in an operational environment
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and safely work on aircraft, maintenance stands, and ladders.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10% in support of program requirements

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Previous experience supporting the P-8A Poseidon aircraft platform
• Experience supporting Mission Compute Systems, mission systems integration, or avionics sustainment
• Previous Field Service Representative (FSR) or Field Service Engineer (FSE) experience
• Experience supporting U.S. Navy aviation programs and/or Boeing military aircraft programs
• Experience with computing based systems, servers and associated hardware diagnostics
• Preferred Technical Skills:
• Solid understanding of basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet, subnetting, routing,). Ability to use basic networking tools (ping, traceroute, iperf) for troubleshooting connectivity
• ​​​Working knowledge of Linux operating systems and command-line interface focus for logs analysis and troubleshooting. Experience with shell scripting (Bash) is highly desirable
• Familiarity with data interfaces including Fiber Optic, Ethernet, and Serial communication protocols
• Demonstrated understanding of mission computing systems, particularly systems with a modular architecture. Ability to understand the flow of data between system components and identify potential points of failure
• Experience with discrete I/O systems and understanding of signal types (digital, analog) and interfaces
• Configuration Management: Experience with configuration management tools or processes
• Debugging Tools: Familiarity with debugging tools for hardware and software

• Experience performing root cause analysis and resolving intermittent avionics failures
• Experience supporting aircraft acceptance testing, functional verification, and operational checkout
• Engineering Collaboration (Preferred): Experience working directly with engineering organizations to resolve fielded system issues
• Familiarity with reliability improvement initiatives, including No Fault Found (NFF) reduction and process improvement. (e.g., Lean, Continuous Improvement, RCM)
• Military experience as an avionics technician, electronics technician, mission systems maintainer, or equivalent MOS/NEC/AFSC
• Experience supporting depot maintenance, aircraft modification, production, or sustainment operations.
• Familiarity with Mission Computers, Data Storage Systems, tactical communications, or related avionics systems

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.