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Senior Aegis/SSDS Computer Network Technician

Wallops Island, VAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$72,150–$122,655 /yrPosted 25 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Aegis
  • SSDS
  • Computer Network Technician
  • preventive maintenance
  • corrective maintenance
  • Navy 3-M system
  • Client/Server Nodes
  • OL-724 Computer Groups
  • Data Busses
  • Aegis/SSDS Weapon System

Nice to have

  • U.S. Navy Aegis
  • U.S. Navy SSDS
  • Linux certifications
  • Cisco certifications
  • U.S. Navy NEC

Role summary

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Aegis/SSDS Computer Network Technician to perform maintenance on tactical networks at the Surface Combat Systems Center (SCSC) in Wallops Island, VA. This role involves working with various specialized equipment and systems, including Mk 6 MOD 0 Computing Infrastructure, Mission Critical Equipment, NAS servers, and various consoles. The technician will be responsible for testing, fault detection, and fault isolation for Aegis/SSDS Weapon Systems. The position requires a high school diploma and ten years of relevant experience, with flexibility in work week configurations. Preferred qualifications include Linux/Cisco certifications and specific U.S. Navy NECs.


Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Aegis/SSDS Computer Network Technician. In this role, you will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Aegis and SSDS tactical networks in accordance with the Navy 3-M system. Equipment includes but is not limited to the Mk 6 MOD 0 Computing Infrastructure (ACI) Client/Server Nodes and Networks, Mission Critical Equipment (MCE) cabinets, Network Attached Storage (NAS) servers, OJ-774(V) Command Control Group (CCG), OJ-719(V) Command and Decision (C&D) Consoles, OJ-723B(V) Peripheral Control Station (PCS) W/Information Assurance (IA), OJ830(V)1 Tactical Computer Console (TCC), OL-724 Computer Groups, Tactical, Ship Self Defense (V1, V2 and V3), and Automated Status Boards (ASTABS), Operating and maintaining the Operational Readiness Test System (ORTS) Servers, Thin Client Displays (TCD), Virtual Data Acquisition Converters (VDAC) and Data Busses for testing and Fault Detection/Fault Isolation (FD/FI) for the Aegis/SSDS Weapon System. You will also need to become intimately familiar with additional equipment interfaces associated existing and Battle Force Tactical Training (BFTT) Systems, Intercommunications Interconnecting Groups, and Radar Set Control Consoles.

Work is performed at the Surface Combat Systems Center (SCSC) in Wallops Island, VA. SCSC is located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and provides AEGIS and Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) combat systems for engineering, testing, training, and certification.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
This position requires a high school or GED diploma and ten (10) years of relevant experience.

Must be willing and able to perform in a variety of 40-hour work-week configurations, including:
1. Monday-Friday (5 x 8): 1st Shift
2. Monday-Friday (5 x 8): 2nd Shift
3. Variable 4 x 10 shifts that may include weekends (4 days on/3 days off) and may be 1st or 2nd shift
4. Sliding (5 x 8) work weeks (Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday) and may be 1st or 2nd shift
Additionally, these work week configurations may rotate to meet mission requirements.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • A related U.S. Navy NEC.
  • Experience with U.S. Navy Aegis and/or SSDS systems.
  • Linux and/or Cisco certifications.


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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