Field Technician Jobs in San Diego, CA
Field Technician jobs in San Diego are in strong demand across defense electronics, telecommunications, and utilities, with work concentrated in Kearny Mesa, Sorrento Valley, and Chula Vista. Employers hiring right now include Rivian, HII, and IQVIA. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Standard Job Description
WHO WE ARE
href=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk5h5qU9tkI>Lockheed Martin: An Award-Winning Place to Work
WHO YOU ARE
The employee will operate in an industrial shipyard setting, performing shipboard installation tasks to support Aegis Weapon System Shipboard Alterations (SA) and Ordnance Alterations (OA). The role focuses primarily on handling copper data and power cables and may require assignment to an Alteration Installation Team (AIT) working 40+ hours per week, including overtime to meet schedule commitments. Responsibilities include ripping out and rolling back existing cables (with testing and inspection), installing power and data cables, terminating connectors, opening/closing and testing multi‑cable transits (MCTs), and completing final turnover activities such as cable tagging, banding, quality‑assurance inspections, and remediation. The employee may also lead or mentor teammates in planning and executing these installation tasks while monitoring overall quality assurance.
Primary Responsibilites:
Installs, operates, maintains, repairs and modifies equipment. Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations. Analyzes and evaluates products and related performance. Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions to eliminate problem in minimum time. Installs, upgrades and removes products ensuring coordinative engineering field change. Maintains effective customer communications and relations. May provide onsite training of customer support personnel.
WHY JOIN US
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
As an employee at Lockheed Martin, your health and well being are paramount. From medical insurance, to legal help and tuition reimbursement, we provide benefits to improve your life. Come check out all of the amazing benefits Lockheed Martin has to offer.
href="https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/working-here?pk_vid=62db38124323a18716928079640272e7">Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package
Basic Qualifications
- Ability to read and comprehend production drawings.
- Ability to read and comprehend military specifications for electrical and optical cable, connectors and backshells, and system design, integration and integrity testing.
- Ability to complete technical and safety certification/recertification training, as required.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally at least 75 percent of the time.
Desired Skills
- Knowledgeable in Mechanical and Electrical installation/modification standards and methodology, including NAVSEA Standard Items and RMMCO check in/out process.
- Copper cable termination certification and/or cableway inspection certification in accordance with DOD-STD-2003.
- Fiber Optic cable certification in accordance withMIL-STD-2042 (Shipboard fiber certification/cable handling), MIL-STD-1678-1, NAVSEA SI 009-04 and 009-123.
- OSHA Maritime 10-hour Training Course #7615.
- Experience with requirements of current NAVSEA TS 9090-310; Shipyard Competent Person (29 CFR 1915, NFPA 306); ESH 40 CFR Hazardous Waste Management; ESH 49 CFR Hazardous Materials Transportation.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $56600.00 - $105000.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
WHO WE ARE
href=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk5h5qU9tkI>Lockheed Martin: An Award-Winning Place to Work
WHO YOU ARE
The employee will operate in an industrial shipyard setting, performing shipboard installation tasks to support Aegis Weapon System Shipboard Alterations (SA) and Ordnance Alterations (OA). The role focuses primarily on handling copper data and power cables and may require assignment to an Alteration Installation Team (AIT) working 40+ hours per week, including overtime to meet schedule commitments. Responsibilities include ripping out and rolling back existing cables (with testing and inspection), installing power and data cables, terminating connectors, opening/closing and testing multi‑cable transits (MCTs), and completing final turnover activities such as cable tagging, banding, quality‑assurance inspections, and remediation. The employee may also lead or mentor teammates in planning and executing these installation tasks while monitoring overall quality assurance.
Primary Responsibilites:
Installs, operates, maintains, repairs and modifies equipment. Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations. Analyzes and evaluates products and related performance. Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions to eliminate problem in minimum time. Installs, upgrades and removes products ensuring coordinative engineering field change. Maintains effective customer communications and relations. May provide onsite training of customer support personnel.
WHY JOIN US
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
As an employee at Lockheed Martin, your health and well being are paramount. From medical insurance, to legal help and tuition reimbursement, we provide benefits to improve your life. Come check out all of the amazing benefits Lockheed Martin has to offer.
href="https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/working-here?pk_vid=62db38124323a18716928079640272e7">Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package
Basic Qualifications
- Ability to read and comprehend production drawings.
- Ability to read and comprehend military specifications for electrical and optical cable, connectors and backshells, and system design, integration and integrity testing.
- Ability to complete technical and safety certification/recertification training, as required.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally at least 75 percent of the time.
Desired Skills
- Knowledgeable in Mechanical and Electrical installation/modification standards and methodology, including NAVSEA Standard Items and RMMCO check in/out process.
- Copper cable termination certification and/or cableway inspection certification in accordance with DOD-STD-2003.
- Fiber Optic cable certification in accordance withMIL-STD-2042 (Shipboard fiber certification/cable handling), MIL-STD-1678-1, NAVSEA SI 009-04 and 009-123.
- OSHA Maritime 10-hour Training Course #7615.
- Experience with requirements of current NAVSEA TS 9090-310; Shipyard Competent Person (29 CFR 1915, NFPA 306); ESH 40 CFR Hazardous Waste Management; ESH 49 CFR Hazardous Materials Transportation.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $56600.00 - $105000.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Field Technician Jobs in San Diego: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a field technician job in San Diego?
Focus your search on San Diego's defense contractors, telecom providers, and utilities companies, which consistently hire field technicians year-round. Roles concentrate in Kearny Mesa, Sorrento Valley, and the South Bay corridor. Candidates with hands-on experience in electronics, fiber optics, or HVAC systems stand out here, and familiarity with military installation protocols is a genuine edge given the density of defense work in the region.
Which companies hire field technicians in San Diego?
Employers hiring field technicians in San Diego right now include Rivian, HII, and IQVIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Diego's mix of defense contractors, regional utilities, and telecom infrastructure firms means openings appear consistently across both large primes and specialized subcontractors.
Are there remote field technician jobs in San Diego?
Yes, but only in a limited subset of the role, since most field technician work requires physical presence at a job site, equipment rack, or customer location. About 0% of field technician openings tied to San Diego are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, covering tasks like remote diagnostics, reporting, and technical support coordination. Roles tied to defense facilities or utilities almost always require on-site attendance.
How can I get a field technician job in San Diego with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Diego is through apprenticeships or helper roles with regional utilities and telecom contractors, which regularly hire candidates without prior field experience and train on the job. Entry-level titles like field service helper, install technician trainee, or low-voltage apprentice are common starting points locally. Community College of San Diego and MiraCosta College both offer relevant technical certificate programs that local employers recognize and value.
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