Sr Field Service Engineer (Advanced Communication Systems Team)

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team of professionals as a Field Service Engineer (FSE) on the Advanced Communication Solutions Team (ACST). This full-time position will support the ACST Program Manager overseeing the development and review of communications system technical documentation, oversight of component and system level acceptance testing, and interface with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to develop and review technical documentation such as cabinet and wiring drawings and bills of material (BOM). The candidate will review engineering and logistics documentation and drawings, and assure tasks remain on schedule and within budget. Additionally, this position will support assisting in the planning and managing of US Navy and US Coast Guard communication system upgrades, technical assists, and shipboard acceptance tests both in the US and abroad.
The position involves direct interface with government customers. Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must.
Candidate must have a basic understanding of shipboard communications documentation with the ability to understand shipboard and shore wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and schematics.
Although this is a full time, on-site role, the candidate will occasionally be required to support limited shipboard or shore site system inspections to facilitate drawing development or planned upgrades. Estimated 10 percent travel is anticipated within the continental US.
This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in the St. Mary's County Technology Corridor adjacent to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering, Technical, Business, Computer Science or IT discipline and at least 4 years of related experience OR High school diploma and at least 10 years of related experience
• Experience with radio communication systems
• Understanding of communications theory of operation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment or independently.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Shipboard Electronics or Radio Frequency (RF) troubleshooting abilities and experience
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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 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.