Provide technical support for Communications-Electronics equipment and systems, including installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and occasional travel.
Job Description
The selected applicant will provide technical support of Communications-Electronics (C-E) equipment, systems, subsystems, and ancillaries in fixed/mobile communications facilities/platforms for the Department of Defense (DoD), US Special Operations Forces (SOF), and other government agencies as directed. Technical support services may include evaluation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, installation, integration, and modification of C5ISR systems and equipment. Additional tasks would include assemble components and subassemblies following production drawings, fabricate cables, and install equipment into vehicles, boats, ships, or buildings. Travel to various US locations may be required, and periodic short-term (<30 days) travel to OCONUS locations may be required.
The hourly rate for this position is set by the Dept of Labor and is not negotiable. Current rate is $36.22/hr.
This position is located in San Diego, CA. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or be willing to relocate to the San Diego, CA area.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High School diploma and at least 2 years of related experience
Ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations
Ability to meet and maintain the certifications/qualifications for travel to Hazardous Duty locations
Microsoft Office proficient (Word, Outlook, Excel)
C-E test equipment experience
C-E schools or equivalent school (military or equivalent civilian training)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with US Special Operations Forces
Tactical or Shipboard radio (SATCOM, LOS, and HF) operations/maintenance experience
COMSEC equipment operations/maintenance experience
Component level repair and soldering experience
Military Leadership Training
Valid US tourist passport
VOIP and IP networking experience
A+ certification
ECMS Experience
PRC-163 L3Harris Maintenance Course
PRC-167 L3Harris Maintenance Course
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
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 Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.
The selected applicant will provide technical support of Communications-Electronics (C-E) equipment, systems, subsystems, and ancillaries in fixed/mobile communications facilities/platforms for the Department of Defense (DoD), US Special Operations Forces (SOF), and other government agencies as directed. Technical support services may include evaluation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, installation, integration, and modification of C5ISR systems and equipment. Additional tasks would include assemble components and subassemblies following production drawings, fabricate cables, and install equipment into vehicles, boats, ships, or buildings. Travel to various US locations may be required, and periodic short-term (<30 days) travel to OCONUS locations may be required.
The hourly rate for this position is set by the Dept of Labor and is not negotiable. Current rate is $36.22/hr.
This position is located in San Diego, CA. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or be willing to relocate to the San Diego, CA area.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High School diploma and at least 2 years of related experience
Ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations
Ability to meet and maintain the certifications/qualifications for travel to Hazardous Duty locations
Microsoft Office proficient (Word, Outlook, Excel)
C-E test equipment experience
C-E schools or equivalent school (military or equivalent civilian training)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with US Special Operations Forces
Tactical or Shipboard radio (SATCOM, LOS, and HF) operations/maintenance experience
COMSEC equipment operations/maintenance experience
Component level repair and soldering experience
Military Leadership Training
Valid US tourist passport
VOIP and IP networking experience
A+ certification
ECMS Experience
PRC-163 L3Harris Maintenance Course
PRC-167 L3Harris Maintenance Course
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
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 Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.
Top Skills
C5Isr Systems
Comsec Equipment
Ip Networking
MS Office
Voip
BAE Systems, Inc. San Jose, California, USA Office
6331 San Ignacio Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States, 95119
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