Field Service Tech-V

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.
Coordinate with shipyard customers on contractor check-in, daily work assignments/progress, required services and all required checkpoints.
Coordinate tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of test equipment and test procedures.
Lead/supervise daily assigned work for all personnel working on assigned VLS work items.
Set 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
MK 41 Vertical Launching Systems ISEA/FSR Course, certificate of completion.
High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Two years vocational or mechanical training working with basic electrical/mechanical/hydraulic instrumentation tools and hardware plus two years of related work experience. May consider equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification in electrical or mechanical systems will put candidate at the top of the list.


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
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.
Prior experience on U.S. Navy weapons systems MK 41 VLS.
Relevant ordnance coursework or training.
Relevant work experience in the defense industry.


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $65800 - $105300

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Salary : $65,800 - $105,300