Product Support Engineer III - Deploy Only - Contingent upon Award

Sierra Nevada Corp

Shalimar, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adjudication, Aerospace and Defense, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, DoD Clearance, Federal Government, Government, High School Diploma, Homeland Security, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Logistics, Manual Dexterity, Military, Network Administration/Management, Network Integration, Network Systems, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Demonstration, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Management, Product Programs, Product Support, Product Testing, Project Management Professional (PMP), Prototyping, Quality Assurance Methodology, Radio Frequency, Schematics, Security Clearance, Six Sigma, System Integration (SI), Tactical Communications, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Testing, United States Department of Defense (DoD), United States Military, Validation Testing, Willing to Travel, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Shalimar, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago

If you have an affinity for complex technical systems, excellent communication and product troubleshooting skills, and enjoy working collaboratively, we may have the perfect role for you! As a Product Support Engineer III, you will lead the technical support efforts for our product and system prototypes. You will be responsible for troubleshooting, testing, and implementing corrective actions to ensure product reliability. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage technical support projects effectively.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead technical support and troubleshooting for product and system prototypes.
  • Manage product installation, testing, and validation processes.
  • Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex technical issues and defects.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and reports.
  • Conduct detailed customer needs assessments and provide technical solutions.
  • Oversee product demonstrations and training sessions.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in product support and troubleshooting.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • 6+ years of experience in a technical support or engineering role.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
  • Expertise in product installation and testing processes.
  • Hands-on experience with wireless networks, tactical communications and personal computers.
  • Communication and customer interface skills.
  • Thorough understanding of system level maintenance of networks and communications systems.
  • Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
  • Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
  • Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
  • Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.
  • Current/valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally.
  • Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/60 rotation.
  • An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Advanced experience with prototype or concept product development.
  • In-depth knowledge of Aerospace and Defense industry standards and practices.
  • Relevant technical certifications [e.g., Six Sigma, Project Management Professional (PMP)].
  • Working knowledge of operating military units and logistics.
  • Familiarity with the network and integration of traditional communications systems and sensors.
  • Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques.
  • Experience with Radio Frequency (RF), vehicle installation and maintenance procedures.
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, Government, or US Military.
  • Leadership experience in the military or civilian organization.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
  • Hand/finger dexterity for operating computer equipment.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.
  • Capability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • Occasional travel may be required.

Additional Information:

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Important Notice:

This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

About SNC:

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

About the Company

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Sierra Nevada Corp

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a world-class prime systems integrator and electronic systems provider known for its rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions. Fast-growing and widely diversified, SNC is a high-tech electronics, engineering, and manufacturing corporation that continues to expand its impressive portfolio of capabilities, programs, products and services.

SNC is a privately held company under the leadership of CEO, Fatih Ozmen, and President and CFO, Eren Ozmen. Over the last 30 years under the Ozmen’s leadership, SNC has remained focused on providing its customers the very best in diversified technologies to meet their needs and has a strong and proven track record of success. Headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, SNC is the Top Woman Owned Federal Contractor in the United States.

Since SNC was founded in 1963, its strong tradition has been to develop and provide high technology Electronics, Avionics, and Communications systems. Investing heavily over the years in people, processes, modern facilities, and the state-of-the-art equipment, SNC continues to enhance our technical advantage to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to our customer’s requirements. With numerous successful and diverse acquisitions, SNC continues to acquire new capabilities as we expand our tradition of excellence into the areas of Renewable Energy, Telemedicine, Nanotechnology, Cyber, Net-Centric Operations, Microsatellites and Human Space Flight.

SNC employs an extremely talented workforce of over 2100 people most of whom are scientists, engineers, or technical personnel with college or advanced degrees, and all of whom are dedicated to satisfying our customers' needs. Our 7 different Business Areas operate from 31 locations in 16 states along with numerous customer support sites located throughout the world. Please take a look around our website as it provides much more information about SNC to include a detailed de ion of each Business Area and their respective capabilities, programs, products, and services.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1963
WEBSITE
http://www.sncorp.com/