Leidos · 17 hours ago
Field Service Engineer
Killeen, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$73K/yr - $133K/yr
5+ years expLeidos is a leading technology company that is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support the Radio Frequency In-Transit Visibility program. The role involves maintaining and expanding technological infrastructure for military cargo tracking and requires technical expertise in RFID systems, along with providing training and support to military commands.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Install, upgrade, replace, and maintain RFID hardware and software to integrate RFID nodes into the local US military commands’ networks to ensure interoperability and sustainability
Support Next Generation Tags (NTG), Portable Deployment Kits (PDK) and all write software to include but not limited to TIPS-Write
Collocated with US Army Command on Fort Hood; the position will be a subject matter expert and will be available to provide training, support and briefings to military commands
Engage directly with DoW customers to ensure understanding of their logistics processes and recommend enhancements to the ITV systems to meet the DoW logistics mission
Provide independent oversight and responsibility for RF-ITV read nodes within area of responsibility ensuring an Operational Readiness (OR) Rate of 97%
Use various reporting/ collaboration/ communications tools such as the RF-ITV In-Transit Visibility (ITV) Portal, Integrated Support System (ISS), the ITV Global Helpdesk and the Daily ITV Report to analyze health of the system and determine solutions for problem areas
Respond to system outages, resolve problems within the time specified in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and record all progress in ISS Service Management Ticket (SMTs)
Ensure compliance with all local command procedural and policy requirements
Independently perform Global Operations missions to include site surveys, installations, site de-installations, formal classroom training, and informal military exercise training, and provide a Gov’t customer report deliverable upon completion
Configure Field Data Units (FDUs) with a baseline that includes a Windows operating system, RFID applications, Remote Desktop Management software, security policies, and patches
Inform team members of new or innovative solution design so these approaches can be implemented across the program
Provide expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations on RF-ITV infrastructure within the Area of Responsibilities (AOR)
Apply in-depth technical knowledge of active RFID wave propagation and understanding of ISO 18000-7 Over-the-Air protocol and collaborate with other FSEs to discuss and validate solutions
Analyze DoW logistics business processes in order to recommend optimal location of RF-ITV system
Ensure Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) assets are physically secure and accounted for, as well as being accurately documented in the ISS database
Responsible for all GFE asset lifecycle activity including requesting, receiving, maintaining, Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA), and retiring/disposal of the assets as required for RF-ITV infrastructure operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelors' Degree with 5 years of applicable experience or Associates Degree with 7 years of applicable experience
Current driver's license, own vehicle and able to drive continuously for up to six hours
Must be able to climb a ladder or ascend at least 25 feet in a lift (bucket) truck
Possess intermediate computer skills and knowledge such as operating and troubleshooting hardware and software
Must possess at least a DoD Directive 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II (such as CompTIA Security+ CE) certification
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Remote Management Software, Windows 10/11 and Antivirus Software
Must have an active Secret security clearance
Preferred
Prior experience installing, upgrading and/or replacing RFID hardware and software to include Field Data Units (FDUs), fixed and handheld interrogators, Iridium modems, and various versions of RFID Read and Write software
Prior experience briefing DoW customers and providing classroom and over-the-shoulder training for up to 25 people
Familiarity with TIPS Read/Write software
Familiarity with the MicroFocus (formerly Serena) Solutions Business Manager (SBM) software
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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