FFX CSHW ISEA Support Hardware Engineer
JSL Technologies· Defense & Space· Oct 13, 2026 · 15d ago
San Diego, CA
In office
Full-time
Mid
$114K–$160K est.
Job description
FFX CSHW ISEA Support Hardware Engineer
San Diego, CA
About US:
JSL Technologies, Inc. (JSL) is a certified Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and Veteran-Owned government contractor delivering engineering, logistics, and program support services to the Department of Defense (DoD). Our team of more than 200 professionals is dedicated to providing practical, innovative, and cost-effective solutions that support critical missions.
Headquartered in Oxnard, California, JSL supports government customers across the nation. We foster a culture built on integrity, collaboration, and accountability, empowering our employees to perform at a high level and continuously improve the way we serve our customers.
At JSL, our people are the foundation of our success. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well-being and professional growth of our team.
Job Description:
JSL Technologies is seeking an FFX CSHW ISEA Support Hardware Engineer to provide In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) support for Combat System Hardware (CSHW) systems at Navy Base San Diego. The position will support technical analysis, product development, engineering troubleshooting, installation services, fleet support, and transition of engineering products to sustainment for FFX CSHW requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide ISEA support for FFX Combat System Hardware systems, including technical analysis, engineering support, and fleet support activities.
· Develop, analyze, and review technical products supporting CSHW enhancements, modernization, and Tech Refresh baseline improvements.
· Author, review, and edit testing and installation procedures, technical manuals, allowance parts lists, procurement lists, technical data packages, form-fit-function replacement documentation, and installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
· Develop white papers for technical proposals and capture customer feature requirements for incorporation into future modernization plans.
· Perform engineering, troubleshooting, and installation services for CSHW systems aboard shipboard assets and at designated land-based facilities.
· Support transition of engineering products to sustainment by partnering with Government teams and supporting technical interchange meetings and conferences.
· Read, interpret, and review engineering drawings and schematics to support hardware integration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and product development.
· Apply knowledge of computer and network hardware, including monitors, KVM switches, routers, switches, firewalls, Cisco hardware, and related network terminology.
· Use Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat DC to develop, maintain, and deliver technical and programmatic documentation.
· Safely use standard tools and support hands-on hardware-related activities, including lifting equipment weighing more than 25 pounds as required.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
· Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance level Secret.
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering; Mathematics with a concentration in computer science; or a closely related technical discipline, and three years of relevant professional experience, consistent with the recommended Junior Computer Engineer labor category.
· Experience with computer and network hardware such as monitors, KVM switches, routers, switches, firewalls, and Cisco hardware.
· Functional understanding of network terminology and hardware integration concepts.
· Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and reviewing engineering drawings and schematics.
· Ability to author, review, and edit technical documentation, including procedures, manuals, data packages, procurement lists, and troubleshooting documentation.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat DC.
· Demonstrated knowledge in the safe and effective use of standard tools.
· Physical ability to lift equipment weighing more than 25 pounds.
· Ability and willingness to support shipboard and land-based facilities as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience or fundamental understanding of Atalanta Weapon System (AtWS) hardware and design.
· Knowledge of naval combat systems, Combat System Hardware, ISEA support, or Navy shipboard systems.
· Experience supporting technical proposals, Tech Refresh baseline enhancements, Engineering Change Proposals, ORDALT instructions, test and inspection reports, or system problem reports.
· Experience supporting shipboard troubleshooting, installation, technical assist visits, or fleet support activities.
· Ability to communicate effectively with Government technical leads, engineering teams, and fleet stakeholders.
· Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical documentation under schedule-driven requirements.
Security Clearance:
Applicants must have an active security clearance and/or the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a DoD Government-granted security clearance. Individuals will be subject to a background investigation to include but not limited to, criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.
EEO:
JSL Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religion, creed, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning employees, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, status as military, or as a veteran or as a qualified disabled veteran, ancestry, citizenship, national origin.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please contact HR@jsltechinc.com if you need accommodation for the application process.
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