Sustainment Systems Engineer
Jaxon Engineering and Maintenance•Colorado Springs, CO
•Hybrid
About The Position
Jaxon is looking for a Sustainment Systems Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. Jaxon is the leading full-service provider of High-altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) services worldwide, delivering world-class engineering, testing, construction, and sustainment services. Jaxon offers an outstanding benefits package, competitive pay, and a culture that is unmatched. We collaborate and thrive on our core value of ownership. In both success and failure, we push to get better individually and as a team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field OR 3+ years of directly relevant technical experience.
- Experience applying engineering principles to evaluate, adapt, or modify technical solutions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with distributed teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Valid U.S. driver’s license.
- Ability to climb ladders/stairs and perform hands-on technical tasks.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with DoD programs, radar systems, or mission assurance environments.
- BlueBeam and AutoCAD experience.
- Experience with NDT, electronics, maintenance, or field engineering.
- Familiarity with drafting work plans, procedures, or technical documentation.
- Database management experience (DOORS preferred).
- Basic coding or scripting experience.
- Customer-facing engineering or technical support experience.
- Prior experience in EMP/HEMP environments (highly valued but not required, training provided).
- Applicants holding an active Dept. of Defense Secret or Top-Secret clearance are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform engineering analyses with limited oversight to support project goals and system improvements.
- Interpret, redline, and update drawings for UEWR and PARCS radar systems.
- Use BlueBeam and AutoCAD to develop redline/blackline drawing packages.
- Analyze current and future HEMP-hardened configurations for accuracy, compliance, and system effectiveness.
- Maintain and update configuration data within the DOORS database.
- Support Task Leads with system surveillance, troubleshooting, component evaluations, RF/NDT data analysis, corrosion control, and system function tracing.
- Operate Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) instruments during inspections and field assessments.
- Produce high-quality technical documentation including reports, work plans, site surveys, and as-built redlines.
- Prepare and deliver technical briefings to internal teams and external customers.
- Organize and lead meetings, ensuring clear communication and alignment across stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships with customers and teammates.
- Lead field deployments in a safe, OSHA-compliant manner.
- Perform hands-on tasks including climbing ladders/stairs, using hand tools, and supporting maintenance activities.
Benefits
- Life insurance at 2.5 times annual base salary provided
- Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance provided
- PTO and paid holidays
- 401(k) match (up to 4% of salary)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
