Field Engineer - THAAD Saudi

Lockheed Martin•Grand Prairie, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Battery Lead for the THAAD Missile Defense Team. Our team partners with the Royal Saudi Air Defense Force (RSADF) to operate, maintain, and emplace the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, while supporting U.S. Army material management standards. What You Will Be Doing As the CLS Battery Lead you will be the day to day focal point for 2 5 logistics specialists, guiding all maintenance, sustainment, and training activities for the THAAD battery. You'll split your time between a 2 to 4 year OCONUS deployment in KSA and a CONUS home base at Fort Bliss, TX, where you'll complete pre deployment training and coordinate with program leadership. Your responsibilities will include: • Acting as the primary CLS point of contact for RSADF operational leaders, providing clear status and advice on THAAD maintenance. • Supervising and directing the daily work of 2 5 CLS personnel to ensure compliance with U.S. Army Material Maintenance Management concepts and procedures. • Delivering field and sustainment level maintenance support for THADF equipment, including troubleshooting beyond the Enhanced Operator/Maintainer (EOM) level. • Managing the RSADF maintenance and sustainment program: scheduling services, overseeing system upgrades, and coordinating modifications. • Preparing and delivering transition training so RSADF maintainers assume full responsibility for the battery. • Conducting daily maintenance briefings with the RSADF Commander (or designated rep) and reporting status and administrative requirements to senior leadership. • Requesting Engineering Reach Back support for complex issues and ensuring rapid resolution. • Maintaining open, candid communication channels with RSADF, U.S. Government representatives, and Lockheed Martin leadership to build trust and confidence. • Living on site in housing near the KSA THAAD battery and participating in all required pre deployment and sustainment activities. Why Join Us You are a collaborative, proactive logistics professional who thrives in multinational environments and can lead small, high performing teams under demanding conditions. This role offers a unique blend of technical challenge, cultural immersion, and strategic impact—directly supporting a cornerstone of allied missile defense capability. You'll gain extensive hands on experience with cutting edge THAAD systems, develop deep relationships with Saudi and U.S. defense partners, and enjoy the career building benefits of long term overseas assignment while still anchored to a supportive home base at Fort Bliss. If you're ready to lead, innovate, and make a tangible difference in global security, apply now. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Grand Prairie, TX. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company-sponsored interim secret is required to start.

Requirements

Relevant experience working as a Field Service Technician (or similar position)
Previous experience with the THAAD system (or similar system)
Active U.S. Department of Defense SECRET (or Interim SECRET) Security Clearance
A valid U.S. Passport with no restrictions on travel
Willingness to perform these duties in KSA for the total duration of this assignment
Ability to meet KSA Iqama (residence permit/visa) requirements
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential
Candidate must be able to maintain a good working relationship with the customer
Candidate may also be required to take a post-offer, pre-employment physical to determine deployability capabilities as defined by the contract
Candidate must be able to obtain a CompTIA Security + certification within 90 days of start date

Nice To Haves

Technical engineering degree and / or military background
Previous experience as a THAAD or Patriot Field Service Technician or Contractor Logistics Support Technician
Previous experience as a THAAD CLS Team Lead experience
CompTIA A + Certified
Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Certification
Comp TIA Security + Certified
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Previous experience working with the KSA armed forces
Previous experience executing maintenance management in a military environment (US Army, foreign military, or similar)
Basic knowledge of: - Reading and interpreting engineering drawings/schematics - Applying fault detection/isolation procedures - Networks (e.g. LAN, WAN, IP address schemes) - Unix and Linux - Electrical/mechanical aptitude - Hydraulic operations - Army Supply System - Ability to apply appropriate Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation - Ability to manage and account for inventory
Other desired military (MOS) training: - 14A / 140A / 140E / 14E / 14H / 14T

Responsibilities

Acting as the primary CLS point of contact for RSADF operational leaders, providing clear status and advice on THAAD maintenance.
Supervising and directing the daily work of 2 5 CLS personnel to ensure compliance with U.S. Army Material Maintenance Management concepts and procedures.
Delivering field and sustainment level maintenance support for THADF equipment, including troubleshooting beyond the Enhanced Operator/Maintainer (EOM) level.
Managing the RSADF maintenance and sustainment program: scheduling services, overseeing system upgrades, and coordinating modifications.
Preparing and delivering transition training so RSADF maintainers assume full responsibility for the battery.
Conducting daily maintenance briefings with the RSADF Commander (or designated rep) and reporting status and administrative requirements to senior leadership.
Requesting Engineering Reach Back support for complex issues and ensuring rapid resolution.
Maintaining open, candid communication channels with RSADF, U.S. Government representatives, and Lockheed Martin leadership to build trust and confidence.
Living on site in housing near the KSA THAAD battery and participating in all required pre deployment and sustainment activities.