Junior Field Engineer

Aevex • Baltimore, MD

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Field Engineer supports the readiness, integration, and technical performance of GARC systems and associated platforms operating in fleet environments. The role provides hands-on engineering support, system troubleshooting, configuration validation, technical documentation, and field operations during sustained overseas deployments. The position is onsite, with up to 75% of work OCONUS and the remaining work in Baltimore, Maryland. Deployments typically last 90–120 days, followed by approximately 30 days in CONUS before the next deployment cycle. Work takes place in industrial, austere, maritime, and on-water environments and may involve remote or hazardous overseas locations. Signed consent to deploy is required. The role may occasionally involve direct work with fleet stakeholders, operators, or supporting organizations during deployments, tests, or training events.

The Junior Field Engineer supports technical operations, system integration, research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E) events, and fleet exercises. The position works alongside engineering, logistics, operations, and field teams to document observations and support system readiness and mission performance.

AEVEX supports U.S. national security missions and partner nation needs with aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. Its capabilities include engineering and prototyping, sensor integration and sustainment, aircraft modification and certification, flight-test support, mission operations, intelligence data solutions, and mission-system hardware and software. The company is headquartered in Solana Beach, California, with major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

Requirements

• Foundational understanding of electrical, mechanical, or control-system principles.
• Familiarity with interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Ability to support system testing, data collection, troubleshooting, and hardware/software diagnostics.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in high-tempo, dynamic, and austere field environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills when working alongside engineers, operators, and field teams.
• Ability and willingness to deploy overseas for 90–120 days at a time, followed by approximately 30 days in CONUS; remote or hazardous locations may be involved, and signed consent to deploy is required.
• Basic understanding of data acquisition tools, sensors, networks, or test equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical training in engineering technology, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in engineering support, system testing, field service, or related technical operations.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a Secret DoD clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequent repetitive wrist, hand, and/or finger movements; frequent extended periods of standing; and frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to system integration labs (SILs), hardware-in-the-loop testing, or prototype development environments.
• Familiarity with structured safety practices, configuration control, or engineering change processes.
• Experience with unmanned systems, autonomous platforms, robotics, maritime systems, or embedded electronics.
• Experience working in industrial, maritime, or austere conditions, including naval facilities or test ranges.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for GARC systems to sustain fleet readiness, availability, and mission performance.
• Support system integration, validation, and technical evaluations during harbor, shoreline, and on-water operations.
• Assist in identifying system anomalies, isolating root causes, and supporting corrective actions under engineering supervision.
• Implement and verify approved engineering change proposals, upgrades, and configuration changes while maintaining configuration control.
• Deploy globally, up to 75% of the time, to support fleet operations, exercises, technical assistance engagements, and fielding events.
• Document technical observations, system behavior, and test results, and coordinate findings with engineering, logistics, and operations teams.
• Assist with on-water launch, recovery, and mission-execution operations in dynamic maritime conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of system configurations, updates, components, and field modifications.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Maintain regular and reliable full-time attendance or attendance in accordance with the posted schedule.
• Exhibit professional behavior with internal and external business associates, reflect company policies and practices, and align daily actions with AEVEX cultural values and department goals.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance group coverage, with a portion of premiums paid by the company.
• Professional development funds.
• Employee Assistance Plan with counseling, legal help, and child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level