Field Integration Manager

Job Description:

Dynamo Technologies LLC is seeking an experienced Field Integration Engineer to support the successful integration, installation, and operationalization of advanced Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems in both classified and unclassified environments. In this role, you will be responsible for working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that PNT systems are integrated into various platforms, such as tactical vehicles and military systems. You will be a key player in ensuring the seamless operation of hardware and software systems, providing hands-on support during field testing and installation, and supporting the entire lifecycle of the system from initial concept through to deployment and field operations.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Responsible for joint planning, execution, reporting, and improvement objectives related to Mounted Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Systems (MAPS) GEN II and DME New Equipment Fielding (NEF).
• Coordinate with gaining commands to jointly plan New Equipment Fielding (NEF) and New Equipment Training (NET).
• Coordinate with PM PNT Product Support team, PM PNT Integration Team, gaining command, and other stakeholders to complete all required Total Package Fielding documentation and coordination meetings in accordance with DA PAM 770-2.
• Synchronize NEF preparation efforts between Integration, Logistics, Training, the gaining command, and external stakeholders required for successful NEF.
• Coordinate with gaining command to verify platform availability and schedule fielding activities during modernization windows or alternate command approved timeline.
• Update and inform Integrated Master Schedule with NEF plans and execution updates.
• Verify A-Kit TDP and MWO readiness, initiate and track A-Kit production and delivery IAW Integrated Master Schedule. Maintain oversight of total available A-Kits by platform type and coordinate with integration team to proactively place orders as necessary for future fielding objectives.
• Coordinate with platform OEM's to ensure contracts are in place for platform installation teams.
• Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure shipments of A and B-kits align to joint inventory and property book transfer timelines preceding NEF.
• Conduct Site Survey's to verify information required for Integration, Logistics, Training activities, and Vehicle Readiness. Identify Points of Contact, facilities, storage and installation bays, training classrooms, transportation and material handling support, and verify platform quantities and readiness for installation,
• Field Installations: On site support during the installation of prefabricated kits (displays, GPS antennas, mounts, brackets) into host platforms, including tactical vehicles, and provide on-site troubleshooting and assistance. Document integration and fielding challenges, develop After Action Reports and follow up with list of required actions to correct discrepancies and continuously improve fielding events.
• Collaboration with Teams (Stakeholder Communication): Work closely with the systems engineering team, product teams, and platform integration experts to validate and verify integration activities and system performance during NEF. Communicate information back to the unit.
• Facilities coordination meetings, briefings, and status updates.
• Fielding Documentation & Compliance: Ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, fielding policies, and reporting requirements (e.g., DA PAM 700-142 or AR 700-142)
• Equipment Accountability and Handoff: Assist in transfer of equipment from program office to unit.
• Ensure proper inventory, serial numbers, and documentation are accounted for A-kits and B-kits.
• Oversight of signature of issuance documents (DA form 1348), component hand receipts, and Material Fielding Agreements.
• Site preparation & logistics: Verifies the receiving units have the necessary infrastructure, power, space, or facilities. Coordinates delivery logistics for shipping, staging, storage, and distribution of equipment.
• System Testing & Validation: Participate in system-level testing, validation, and verification efforts to ensure that PNT systems perform as expected when installed on host platforms, ensuring compliance with performance requirements.
• Problem Solving: Diagnose and troubleshooting issues with integrated systems, providing immediate solutions in the field, and escalating to senior engineers when necessary.
• Problem Solving: Identifying and anticipating issues by working closely with units to gather feedback, assess operational compatibility, and identify potential challenges before widespread deployment of new equipment.
• Act as liaison between acquisition logistics team, logistics, training commands, and operational units to resolve miscommunication and ensure smooth integration.
• Managing Deployment Logistics: Solves logistical issues by organizing schedules, transportation, storage, and hand-off procedures, ensuring everything arrives on time in good condition.
• Risk Management: Identifies risks early (e.g. lack of spare parts, software bugs), initiates mitigation plans, and ensures that operational capability isn't compromised.
• Post fielding assessment: Conduct after action reviews, gather lessons learned, user feedback, and operational impact reports. Provide input into system updates or future fielding improvements.
• Field Demonstrations: Support technology demonstrations in operational environments, ensuring that all systems are performing optimally and meeting the required specifications and coordinating response or troubleshooting with systems engineers or FSR's where systems are not performing as expected.
• Compliance with Standards: Ensure that all integration efforts align with industry standards, government regulations, and PM PNT requirements for system integration and testing.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Attend integrated product teams (IPTs), working group meetings, and program reviews to provide input on fielding activities, challenges, and solutions.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities across current fielding, future fielding, post-fielding analysis, and improvement objectives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Strong briefing and presentation skills; ability to create and deliver professional slide decks to senior leadership.
• Experience with DoD forms and processes related to U.S. Army Total Package fielding requirements.
• Systems engineering expertise, including system integration, administration, and architecture support across the lifecycle of PM PNT products.
• Proficiency in hardware/software integration, testing, and evaluation of systems of systems, including field demonstrations.
• Knowledge of Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA) and consensus-based integration standards.
• Expertise with commercial collaboration tools for secure, cross-functional program coordination.
• Experience in requirements analysis and documentation of classified and unclassified objectives, strategies, schedules, and milestones.
• Strong stakeholder coordination experience, including cross-PEO, PM PNT, and AFC engagement.
• Experience with host platform integration, including hardware/software validation.
• Ability to provide field support during integration and operational deployment of PNT systems.
• Experience supporting all phases of system lifecycle management, including concept development, architecture, and acquisition planning.
• Advanced proficiency with CAD tools beyond Creo (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• The ability to lift in excess of 25 lbs, stand for long periods of time, and travel regularly.
• U.S Citizenship required

Nice to Have Skills

• Advanced Simulation Tools: Familiarity with advanced modeling and simulation tools for system design and integration validation.
• Project Management Skills: Experience in managing small to mid-sized projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meeting technical specifications.
• Familiarity with Agile Methodology: Knowledge of agile or iterative development processes for improving integration cycles and responding to changes.
• Cross-functional Team Leadership: Ability to lead or mentor cross-functional teams working on integration tasks or field demonstrations.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Ability to analyze system performance data and prepare detailed reports on system integration activities, issues, and resolutions.
• RF and Communication Systems Knowledge: Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) and communication systems, which can be critical in PNT system integration.
• Experience with C5ISR Systems: Background in integrating Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) technologies into tactical environments.

Education and Experience:

• Must hold a bachelor's degree and 10 years of applicable experience.
• 12 years of experience could be substituted for a degree.

Travel Requirement:

• 30% Travel

Clearance Requirement:

• Secret Clearance

Dynamo is a full lifecycle digital transformation company providing best-in-class technology and mission support services to our clients. Dynamo's mission is to lead the digital transformation industry and provide best-in-class solutions for our clients with a truly human touch.

We leverage industry leading practices to empower our clients, ultimately providing them with the necessary tools, knowledge, and information required to successfully achieve their strategic goals, while optimizing their operations.

Through our partnerships, boldness, and authenticity, Dynamo goes against the grain of a traditional government contracting company by providing top-caliber team members, delivering quality results, and always exceeding expectations.

Dynamo Technologies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.