Field Service Technician III (Deploy Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Hurlburt Field, FL

About The Position

The Field Service Technician III performs maintenance and technical support for tactical or commercial diesel platforms and other aerospace and defense products. The role includes expert-level maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and modification, as well as support for new vehicle launch activities on programs such as the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) and other multi-vehicle configurations. The technician documents root causes, repair actions, engineering issues, and field activity in detail. This is a deploy-only position working overseas on 90-day rotations. The technician installs, operates, maintains, repairs, and modifies products; tracks field equipment status; manages spare-parts and tool inventory; builds customer relationships; and provides onsite training. The position requires extensive international travel, the ability to deploy for at least 90 days, and availability for a 60-hour workweek, extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent; related experience may be considered in lieu of the required education.
At least 3 years of experience as a technician or in a related field.
Ability to understand and interpret basic technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and publications.
Progressive experience using troubleshooting techniques and repairing radar and communication systems in fixed and deployed environments.
Hands-on experience maintaining, repairing, overhauling, or sustaining diesel or military vehicles.
Experience diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
Background in networking, radar, and communications.
Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems; ability to read complex drawings and use precision tools.
Thorough understanding of electrical wiring concepts.
Ability to install, sustain, troubleshoot, and repair communication systems, networks, cable distribution, COMSEC, and cryptographic devices.
Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance and U.S. citizenship required for clearance eligibility.
Current, valid passport and ability to obtain a visa for international travel.
Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command restrictions for deployed locations.
Ability to deploy for a minimum of 90 days to an OCONUS operating location and frequently travel outside the continental U.S. for extended periods.
Willingness and ability to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required; the stated workweek is 60 hours.

Nice To Haves

FCC or FCC GROL experience.
Prior Security+, Network+, CCNA, and/or A+ certification.
ASE certification, ideally in diesel engines or medium/heavy trucks.
Experience supporting vehicle launch, validation, or early production efforts.
Knowledge of DoD/DoW maintenance practices, MESL, or technical directives.
Familiarity with root-cause analysis tools and structured troubleshooting methodologies.

Responsibilities

Perform expert-level maintenance and repairs on complex aerospace and defense systems, including tactical or commercial diesel vehicles.
Diagnose and resolve challenging technical issues using structured troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
Support vehicle launch, validation, early production, prototyping, or product improvement activities.
Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify products and communication systems, including networks, cable distribution, COMSEC, and cryptographic devices.
Provide technical support for computer systems and networks.
Maintain accurate, detailed records of field activities, equipment status, repair actions, and technical issues.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry regulations.
Oversee inventory management for spare parts and tools.
Generate technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
Build and maintain customer relationships and provide onsite training.
Travel extensively to customer sites, including international locations, and deploy overseas for a minimum of 90 days.