Field Engineering Technician

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform installation, configuration, maintenance, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems.
• Conduct troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of system and equipment failures.
• Support system integration, verification, validation, and acceptance testing activities.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance procedures in accordance with established standards and technical documentation.
• Collect, analyze, and document technical data, test results, and field observations.
• Assist engineers in evaluating system performance and implementing technical solutions.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, project managers, subcontractors, and field personnel to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and maintenance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, security, and environmental requirements.
• Travel to customer locations and operational sites as required to support project objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2–5 years of experience supporting engineering, maintenance, field service, or technical operations.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to lift equipment up to 50 pounds and work in laboratory, industrial, and field environments.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related technical field.
• Experience supporting government, defense, energy, aviation, telecommunications, or critical infrastructure programs.
• Familiarity with test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, or diagnostic tools.
• Experience supporting system installation, integration, or field deployments.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and technical documentation processes.
• Experience with cranes and weight handling operations at sea
• Evaluation of the suitability of maritime assets for meeting project requirements

Desired Skills

• Technical troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Field service operations
• System integration and testing
• Hand and power tools
• Fiber-optics experience
• Soldering experience
• Root-cause analysis
• Preventive and corrective maintenance
• Technical documentation
• Customer support and engagement
• Safety and quality compliance
• Logistics support
• Team collaboration and independent problem solving
• Must also be able to:
• A. Climb at least 50 feet of rung ladder to access various parts of a vessel as required
• B. Remain alert during extended working hours
• C. Perceive depth
• D. Drive a company vehicle
• E. Transit to and from a marine vessel including transiting up and down marina gangways at varying angles as needed during travel

Subseamss

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Original Posting: October 30, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.