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Field Service Representative

Applied Signals Intelligence, Inc. · Sterling, VA, USA ·

Pay:
70.000 - 90.000
Job type:
Full Time

Field Service Representative (SIGINT/EW Systems Specialist)
Location:

Sterling, VA

Travel:

Up to 50%

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Security Clearance:

Active TS/SCI Required

Applied Signals Intelligence (ASI) is a leader in Cyber-Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Electronic Warfare (EW), and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) technologies. ASI develops advanced RF sensing, precision direction finding, geolocation, and signal processing solutions that support military, intelligence, and national security missions.

Our engineers and scientists have developed patented ultrawideband vector sensor antenna technologies and advanced signal processing techniques capable of detecting, identifying, direction finding, and geolocating modern complex threat emitters across contested electromagnetic environments.

ASI systems are deployed in support of operational military, intelligence, homeland security, and defense missions where accuracy, reliability, and mission success are critical.

Position Summary
ASI is seeking a highly motivated Field Service Representative (FSR) with experience in SIGINT, Electronic Warfare, RF systems, radar systems, ISR operations, tactical communications, or military intelligence support.

The selected candidate will support deployment, integration, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer training activities for ASI's advanced RF direction finding, geolocation, and ISR systems.

This position is ideal for former military SIGINT, EW, ISR, or communications personnel who enjoy solving challenging technical problems while supporting operational customers in field environments.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, test, and maintain ASI RF direction finding, geolocation, and ISR systems.

Support operational deployment and sustainment of advanced SIGINT and EW technologies.

Perform system integration, operational checkout, troubleshooting, and field support activities.

Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, RF, and Linux-based system issues.

Support collection, analysis, and validation of RF signals including complex and agile waveforms.

Assist customers during training events, demonstrations, exercises, and operational deployments.

Support integration and operation of ATAK-based mission applications and associated tactical systems.

Support radar, RF sensing, spectrum characterization, and emitter identification activities.

Conduct customer training and technical instruction.

Document maintenance activities, technical findings, corrective actions, and operational observations.

Coordinate with engineering teams to identify product improvements and support continuous system enhancement.

Represent ASI professionally during customer engagements and field operations.

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI Security Clearance.

Military or civilian experience supporting SIGINT, EW, ISR, radar, RF systems, communications systems, or related technical disciplines.

Experience with Radio Direction Finding (RDF), emitter geolocation, RF collection systems, or electronic support systems.

Experience troubleshooting complex hardware and software systems.

Understanding of RF propagation, antenna systems, communications systems, and electromagnetic spectrum operations.

Ability to work independently in operational and field environments.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to travel up to 50%.

Preferred Qualifications
SIGINT / Electronic Warfare

Military SIGINT or Electronic Warfare experience.

Experience supporting operational military units, exercises, test events, or field deployments.

Experience with RF collection, direction finding, emitter geolocation, or electronic support operations.

Experience analyzing:

Complex waveforms

Agile waveforms

Frequency hopping signals

Spread spectrum communications

Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) emitters

Modern radar and communications systems

Tactical Systems
Experience with one or more of the following:

ATAK (Android Team Awareness Kit)

TAK Server

Persistent Systems MPU5

TrellisWare radios and networking systems

Tactical communications systems

Tactical data links

Mission command systems

RF Systems & Test Equipment
Experience operating, configuring, and troubleshooting:

Spectrum analyzers

Software Defined Radios (SDRs)

Signal generators

RF recording and playback systems

ISR & Sensor Integration
Experience supporting:

Sensor integration activities

UAS/UAV mission systems

Ground collection systems

RF sensing and detection systems

Radar Systems

Experience with radar operations, testing, maintenance, or signal analysis.

Familiarity with pulse, FMCW, and modern digital radar systems.

Understanding of radar waveform characteristics and emitter identification.

Networking & Infrastructure
Knowledge of:

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

Routing and switching

Tactical networking

Secure communications systems

Certifications

Other relevant RF, networking, or Linux certifications

Desired Characteristics

Hands‑on technical aptitude.

Ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Customer-focused attitude.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to perform effectively in dynamic field environments.

Self‑starter capable of operating independently with minimal supervision.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Training and Certification Support

Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge SIGINT, EW, ISR, RF sensing, and geolocation technologies supporting national security missions

Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Signals Intelligence (ASI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic

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