Field Service Tech III

Job Description
BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, has an opening for a Field Service Technician (FST). Candidate shall have worked on the USN MK-41 VLS; and may be asked to travel (up to 50%). Some of the work includes:

-- Install, test, repair, maintain and remove electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic systems and equipment.
-- Assist in coordinating tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of test equipment and test procedures.
-- Assist in setting up and operating equipment and records data.
-- Conduct preliminary analysis of test results and reports findings to senior employees.
-- Assist in the preparation of tooling documentation and coordinates the movement of these items to assigned field operations.
-- Assist in the preparation of required documentation and reporting to upper management.
-- Maintain a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety objectives and policies.
-- Share responsibility of self-development with immediate supervisor.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Must have the Navy Enlisted Classifications: V64B/V65B (VLS Operations and Maintenance).
- Nine (9) years of experience in the preventive and corrective maintenance actions on the Vertical Launch Systems and Mk-38 25mm guns.
- Must have conducted inspections and maintenance on the Vertical Launch Systems and the Mk-38 25mm gun system.
-- Working knowledge of reading blueprints and technical repair standards.
-- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
-- Intermediate proficiency level with Microsoft word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, database, email, and calendar software.
-- Ability to gather information from a variety of sources.
-- Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
-- Ability to work effectively with other personnel both inside and outside of the organization.


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
-- MK 41 Vertical Launching Systems ISEA/FSR Course, certificate of completion.


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $51086 - $81738

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 Platforms & Services
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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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.

Salary : $51,086 - $81,738