Applications Engineer - Assured PNT​/Military GPS

Position: Applications Engineer - Assured PNT / Military GPS
We are seeking an Applications Engineer to support the deployment, integration, testing, and technical support of military GPS and Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems. This role focuses on supporting system integration, field testing, and operational demonstrations with military users. The Applications Engineer will work closely with development engineers, test teams, and government stakeholders to help install, configure, test, and troubleshoot GPS/PNT equipment during field exercises, platform integrations, and system demonstrations.

This position requires frequent travel (up to 75%) to military installations, test ranges, and operational environments. Travel may include supporting field tests, military exercises, integration activities, and operational evaluations.

Veterans with relevant technical military experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent military training and operational experience may be considered in lieu of some formal engineering and education requirements.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide on-site support for installation, configuration, and operation of military GPS and PNT systems

* Assist with system integration on military platforms including vehicles and dismounted systems

* Support field testing, demonstrations, and operational evaluations

* Troubleshoot hardware, software, and RF-related issues during system testing and deployment

* Support the internal testing team by executing software testing, regression testing, and system validation activities

* Assist in the development and execution of test procedures and test reports

* Collect operational feedback from users and document field observations

* Support operator and maintainer training activities

* Provide technical support to program managers and engineering teams during field events

* Maintain documentation including test procedures, integration guides, and user documentation

Required Qualifications

* Clearance: U.S. citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

* Experience:

3-6 years of relevant technical experience in field engineering, systems integration, testing, or technical support

* Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field OR equivalent military technical training and experience

* Experience working with GPS, GNSS, or Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems

* Familiarity with RF systems, antennas, and signal environments

* Experience executing system testing or software validation activities

* Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

* Travel:
Ability to travel up to 75% to military bases and test ranges

Preferred Military Backgrounds

Candidates with experience in the following specialties are strongly encouraged to apply:

U.S. Army MOS

* 25U - Signal Support Systems Specialist

* 25B - Information Technology Specialist

* 25H / 25N - Network Systems Specialist

* 94F - Computer/Detection Systems Repairer

* 94E - Radio and Communications Security Repairer

U.S. Air Force AFSC

* 1C6 - Space Systems Operations

* 3D1X3 - RF Transmission Systems

* 1C8 - Radar, Airfield & Weather Systems

U.S. Navy Ratings

* ET - Electronics Technician

* IT - Information Systems Technician

U.S. Marine Corps MOS

* 0621 - Field Radio Operator

* 2841 - Ground Electronics Technician

Experience supporting RF systems, communications equipment, navigation systems, or electronic warfare systems is highly relevant.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience supporting developmental test (DT) or operational test (OT) activities

* Experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators

* Familiarity with GNSS simulators (e.g., Spirent or Skydel)

* Experience supporting military test ranges or field exercises

* Active or previous security clearance

Key Competencies

* Strong troubleshooting and hands-on technical skills

* Ability to operate effectively in field and operational environments

* Customer-focused mindset when supporting military users

* Strong communication and technical documentation skills

* Ability to translate field observations into actionable engineering feedback