Field Service Engineer I (Navigational Aids)

Job Description
We are seeking a motivated Field Service Engineer I to provide technical and engineering support for Air Traffic Control and Navigational Aids systems. As part of a dynamic team providing services to the Customer worldwide, you will apply general engineering concepts, principles, and industry precedents to ensure the operational readiness of critical systems. This role operates under general supervision, focusing on the execution of established policies and the resolution of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Our team values self-starters who thrive in small, collaborative team environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Execution & Troubleshooting

• Perform preventive maintenance, tuning, adjustment, and alignment of Navigational Aids; including AN/GRN-33 (ILS), AN/FRN-49 (S-B ICLS), AN/URN-32 (TACAN), and DMEs, to ensure peak operational performance.
• Apply engineering techniques to develop, modify, install, test, evaluate, and operate electronic equipment and systems.
• Conduct comprehensive maintenance, repair, inspection, and troubleshooting of electronic systems.
• Provide direct technical support to the Government Program Lead (GPL), requiring independent analysis, engineering judgment, and the ability to respond to time-sensitive operational requirements, including those occurring outside normal business hours.

Documentation, Design & Training

• Author and update technical manuals, test plans, and procedures.
• Provide expert recommendations for the improvement of schematics, system designs, and technical documentation.
• Review and execute tasks in strict accordance with technical drawings and wire lists.
• Develop training curricula and materials for fleet training evolutions and lead the instruction of technical training classes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, compile data for reports, and manage the technical library.

Installation & Global Support

• Assist in the survey, sighting, and installation of air traffic control navigational aids and instrument landing systems.
• Provide critical technical assistance during system flight inspections.
• Coordinate with internal teams and customer contacts at various work sites to meet project goals.

Logistics & Tooling

• Maintain accountability for spare parts and support equipment.
• Assist in requisitioning supplies and packing system components for shipment.

Travel & Location

• Travel: Required to travel up to 25% worldwide, with the ability to deploy within a 24-hour notification window in support of the Customer's systems.
• Location: This position is located in the St. Mary's County Technology Corridor adjacent to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Associate degree in Electronic Technology or Engineering or High school diploma with completion of U.S. Military Electronics "C" School or equivalent
• 2-5 years of experience in the troubleshooting and repair of electronic systems
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Frequent use and general knowledge of industry practices and standards regarding electronic systems
  • Working knowledge of the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP)
  • Proficiency with common and specialty hand tools, as well as general-purpose (GPETE) and special-purpose (SPETE) electronic test equipment
• Ability to apply general concepts and principles to resolve problems of moderate complexity by referring to established policies and practices
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to travel worldwide in support of Ship and Shore operations

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Military electronics training in AN/GRN-33 Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), AN/FRN-49 Shore Based Instrument Carrier Landing System, Ship and Shore Based AN/URN-32(AN/URN-25) TACAN Systems, or any Air Traffic Control or Radar Systems
Technical certification from technical school, trade school, advanced armed services in the fields of electricity, electronics, avionics, mechanics, or engineering technology
Proficient with electronics and network test equipment. (Spectrum Analyzer, Oscilloscope, Optical Time Domain Reflectometer, etc.)
Proficient in reading and understanding ship installation drawings, Installation Control Drawings and Plan of Actions and Milestones
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.