Field Engineer

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You have been redirected to RTX’s career page as we have recently transitioned from RTX to become a standalone company, which provides us with greater autonomy and opportunities for growth. As a prospective employee of Nightwing, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our continued success and shape the future of our cybersecurity, intelligence, and services offerings.

At Nightwing, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

This position is CONTINGENT upon funding, an open position, customer approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and successful TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance crossover.

TS/SCI with polygraph required Day 1

Nightwing is seeking a Field Engineer to support a global data management project with field operations.  The right candidate will be responsible for surveys, design/statement of works, installation, maintenance and operation of electrical, mechanical and HVAC infrastructures in an OCONUS environment.  Extensive temporary duty assignments may include travel to hazardous/dangerous locations.  Individual will troubleshoot problems, perform preventative maintenance and provide detailed reporting upon conclusion of work.  Work as a team member and the willingness to meet the temporary travel requirements. 

The qualified candidate must be able to prepare messages and utilize the customer’s computer network to submit survey reports prior to departing each site.  Experience working in an embassy environment and the willingness to travel are required. 

Required Skills:

Experience with the customer’s facilities and their operations.

Understanding of the principles of designing, installing and operating diesel generator systems, voltage regulators and air conditioning systems.

Familiarity with Department of State Overseas Building Office requirements and procedures

Working knowledge of HVAC and/or other trade skills, design principles and operations.

Understanding of the customer’s message preparation process

Active trade license in HVAC or Electrical systems (minimum Journeyman)

Knowledge of MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, and Project, plus Lotus Notes

Desired Skills:

Knowledge of logistics and procurement of materials, inventory management

Knowledge of MAXIMO, other Customer tools

Additional Requirements:

Weapons Certification Not required for hire, but must be willing and capable of becoming certified.

OCONUS travel roughly 50, including hazardous locations as required, and roughly 10 CONUS travel as required.  Requirements are based on customer mission and needs and subject to adjust.

Required Education:

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of six (6) years of experience

Eight (8) years of experience can be considered in lieu of a degree for a total of thirteen (13) years of experience with 11+ years of relevant experience to the skillset.

Vocational certificate considered in lieu of a degree

Must have TS/SCI security clearance with Poly on day one and be eligible for crossover.

About Cybersecurity, Intelligence and Services

The Cybersecurity, Intelligence and Services (CIS) business provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. CIS brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial spanets

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Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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