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The FSR will provide onsite technical expertise, training, and coordination for fielding, operation, troubleshooting, and sustainment of the M-SHORAD system across CONUS and potentially OCONUS locations. The ideal candidate will bring extensive air defense and/or counter-UAS experience and a strong background in soldier / operator training, system employment, and field support. Prior military experience and 9+ years of experience preferred.\nThis position requires frequent interaction with Army units and other DoD stakeholders, providing hands-on support for system fielding, new equipment training, and sustainment.\nResponsibilities\n Technical and On-site Support and MaintenanceSystem set-up, configuration, and operational checks.\nTroubleshooting, fault isolation, and coordination of repairs.\nAssist with diagnosing hardware, software, and integration issues; escalate complex issues to lead/engineering teams as required.\nAssist with preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, system upgrades, and modifications in accordance with technical manuals and approved procedures.\nEnsure accurate use of test equipment, diagnostic tools, and software utilities.\nSupport test events, fielding activities, live-fire exercises, and unit training events as an on-site subject matter expert (SME).\n\n Training & DocumentationPlan and conduct operator and maintainer training for unit personnel, including new equipment training (NET), sustainment training, and on-the-job instruction.\nDevelop or refine training materials, checklists, quick-reference guides, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).\nProvide feedback to engineering and logistics teams to improve manuals, troubleshooting guides, and technical data.\n\nCustomer Interface & ReportingProvide technical briefings, status updates, and recommendations to FSR lead, military leadership and program stakeholders as needed.\nCapture, track, and report system performance, failures, maintenance actions, and trends using government and SAIC reporting tools.\nContribute to root cause analyses and corrective action plans for recurring issues.\n\nSafety, Compliance & QualityEnsure all activities are performed in accordance with Army regulations, safety standards, and site policies.\nEnforce adherence to quality, security, and export control requirements throughout maintenance and support operations.\nIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance reliability, maintainability, and supportability of the M-SHORAD system.\n\n Required Education:\nBachelor’s degree in a related technical field and 5+ years of relevant field service / maintenance experience; 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