Bachelor's degree with 14+ years or Master's with 12+ years of experience; PhD or JD with 9+ years.
Experience in C4I systems environments, including requirements and evaluation.
Proven background in DOD communications systems sustainment and depot-level maintenance.
Experience leading and mentoring technical teams in field settings.
Familiarity with building and installing infrastructure.
Active Secret security clearance required; ability to obtain Top Secret clearance post-hire.
Must achieve CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CASP certification within 6 months.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary on-site representative for the Program Manager to government customers.
Build and maintain relationships with DOD stakeholders.
Communicate program status and issues to leadership.
Mentor and supervise on-site engineering and logistics staff.
Provide depot-level maintenance for DOD strategic communications systems.
Troubleshoot hardware and software issues per specifications.
Lead on-site system integrations and maintain documentation.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth and mentorship.
Engagement with high-level DOD projects.
Dynamic work environment with a focus on team collaboration.
Potential for further certifications and training.
Local position with limited travel requirements.
Full Job Description
Job Description
SAIC is seeking a Senior Field Engineer / Site Lead in San Diego, CA to support a critical Department of Defense communications systems program providing ongoing sustainment and depot-level maintenance for strategic systems. This individual will serve as the primary on-site representative for the Program Manager and the face of the program to government customers, while also leading, mentoring, and supervising on-site staff.
MUST BE LOCAL TO SAN DIEGO, CA. Up to 25% CONUS travel required
JOB DUTIES:
Site Leadership & Customer Interface
Serve as the on-site lead and primary representative to the government customer organization on behalf of the Program Manager
Build and maintain strong working relationships with DOD customer stakeholders
Communicate program status, issues, and resolutions to the Program Manager and customer leadership
Mentor, supervise, and provide technical guidance to on-site engineering and logistics staff
Systems Sustainment & Depot Maintenance
Provide depot-level maintenance and sustainment support for DOD strategic communications system.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems with hardware and software in accordance with product and customer specifications
Troubleshoot legacy hardware and repair/refurbish units for system sustainment
Build, test, and configure hardware and software for Windows and Nutanix-based systems
Troubleshoot serial connections, network connectivity, RF systems, and time systems
Perform patching for computer and network devices
Conduct PITCO testing and hardware setup
Integration & Documentation
Participate in and lead on-site system integrations
Develop, maintain, and update system and process documentation
Log and respond to site tickets in a timely manner
Logistics Oversight
Provide oversight for the Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) team to ensure shipping, procurement, and inventory requirements are met
Coordinate with supply chain and logistics personnel to support program sustainment needs
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience.
Demonstrated experience in C4I systems environments, including systems requirements, operational requirements, and test and evaluation
Proven experience supporting DOD communications systems sustainment and/or depot-level maintenance
Experience leading, supervising, and mentoring technical teams in a field environment
Experience building and installing infrastructure
Active Secret security clearance required to start;
Must be able to obtain Top Secret clearance after start
Must obtain CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CASP certification within 6 months of hire
Up to 25% CONUS travel required
DESIRED SKILLS:
Logistics experience within the Navy or Air Force strongly preferred
Familiarity with ILS processes including procurement, inventory management, and shipping coordination
Prior experience as an on-site lead or program representative interfacing directly with government customers
About SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
