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Field Service Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2493421
Date Posted: 6/28/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA
Category: Manufacturing
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Job Description

The Field Service Technician II provides hands-on maintenance and repair services on-site for company's fleet of fuel cell installations. This position will participate in the commissioning of new fuel cells at new sites, as well as support of troubleshooting, testing and repair activities on existing fuel cell installations.

Under appropriate guidance and direction, performs troubleshooting and repairs on fuel cells installed at customer sites.
Collaborates with others on commissioning of new fuel cell installations
Performs service and troubleshooting on ancillary equipment used for overall fuel cell operation.
Understands principles of large distribution switchgear 480-volt systems.
Experience with computer systems, preferably remote monitoring, and control systems.
Understands mechanical and electrical componentry, plumbing, and systems operation.
Will increasingly utilize the fuel cell remote monitoring system to control fuel cell, as directed
Utilize electrical schematics to troubleshoot electrical components
Domestic and overseas travel as needed
Overtime is as required or needed
Company vehicle operation and maintenance
Company expense reporting in a timely manner

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

4-6+ years of hands-on experience servicing/troubleshooting products containing a variety of components electrical and mechanical
AA/AS with 2-4+ years of experience, as noted above
Electrical/HVAC trade school certification
E1/E2 or P1/P2 license preferred
Valid Driver's License required
Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and fuel processing systems
Some training and experience with troubleshooting systems
Some relevant trades training and experience
Experience with computer systems
Analytical thinking

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Field Service Engineer I
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 5857928
Date Posted: 6/26/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA
Category: Medical, Healthcare
Salary: $27 - $33

Job Description

The Field Service Engineer I installs, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and performs preventative maintenance on advanced medical equipment used in hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare facilities throughout the assigned territory.

This role is ideal for mechanically and electrically inclined technicians who enjoy working independently, solving technical problems, traveling, and providing excellent customer service. Comprehensive factory training is provided, making this an excellent opportunity for military veterans and technicians transitioning into the medical device industry.

Key Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain medical equipment at customer locations.
Perform preventative maintenance, equipment upgrades, recalls, and Field Modification Instructions (FMIs).
Calibrate, test, and verify equipment performance to manufacturer specifications.
Install software updates, firmware revisions, and warranty repairs on maternal infant care equipment.
Document repairs, parts usage, and service activity using ServiceMax.
Travel throughout the assigned territory to complete scheduled service calls.
Provide professional technical support while building strong customer relationships.
Utilize diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and manufacturer service procedures.
Coordinate with dispatch and technical support teams to complete work orders efficiently.
Maintain company quality, safety, and documentation standards.

Must-Have Skills, Experience & Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate degree, military technical training, or trade school certification preferred.
One of the following:
- 2–4 years of field service, industrial maintenance, electronics, mechanical repair, biomedical equipment, military technical, or similar technical experience.
- Associate degree or technical certification with at least one year of hands-on technical experience (internships and apprenticeships accepted).
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting aptitude.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, service documentation, and equipment procedures.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to operate personal or rental vehicles.
Proof of automobile liability insurance.
Willingness to travel extensively throughout the assigned territory.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience & Education

Biomedical equipment or medical device experience.
Military technical experience (Electronics, Biomedical, Avionics, Communications, Nuclear, Maintenance, etc.).
Preventative maintenance and calibration experience.
Experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or electronic systems.
Experience using ServiceMax or CMMS software.
Customer-facing field service experience.
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies.
Interest in building a long-term career in healthcare technology.

Ideal Military Backgrounds

Army 68A Biomedical Equipment Specialist
Army 94 Series Electronics Maintenance
Navy Electronics Technician (ET)
Navy Electrician's Mate (EM)
Navy Interior Communications Electrician (IC)
Navy Hospital Corpsman (Biomedical Equipment)
Air Force Biomedical Equipment Technician (4A2X1)
Air Force Avionics
Marine Corps Electronics Maintenance
Coast Guard Electronics Technician

Why This Opportunity?

Excellent opportunity to enter the growing medical device industry.
Extensive paid technical and manufacturer training.
Strong overtime earning potential.
Independent, customer-facing field service role.
Company-paid travel expenses.
All tools, diagnostic equipment, and technology provided.
Long-term career growth within healthcare technology.
Excellent fit for military technicians transitioning into civilian field service careers.

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Executive Officer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2041212
Date Posted: 5/22/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA
Category: Aerospace

Job Description

Reporting to the CEO, The Executive Officer (XO) exists to unload cognitive load from the CEO, convert high-level strategic intent into concrete operating order, and dramatically expand what the company can accomplish in a given period. This is not a traditional administrative position; it is a high-bandwidth, operationally mature, and strategic proxy role. Operating in close proximity to the CEO, the XO must absorb intent without constant management, handle sensitive matters with unshakeable discretion, and drive parallel workstreams to closure without creating additional friction or drag. The XO will ensure that the company's time, intellectual property, relationships, and strategic position are fiercely protected.

Key Responsibilities:

Interpret the CEO's vision, strategy, and verbal intent, translating them into structured execution paths and moving parallel initiatives to absolute closure.
Attend high-stakes external engagements alongside or on behalf of the CEO—including investor meetings, technical evaluations, partner discussions, and defense industry events.
Act as a disciplined observer in the room, analyzing counterparty dynamics, identifying hidden risks or intentions, and debriefing with the CEO to preserve their bandwidth for core decision-making.
Maintain a mission-first mindset, prioritizing the company's objectives above all else. Exercise the judgment and maturity required to speak freely, fully, and candidly to the CEO.
Hold and protect the operational rhythm of the company. Manage inbound communications, govern access to the CEO, route priorities effectively, and systematically eliminate distractions.
Prepare deep contextual briefs prior to strategic meetings. Capture complex discussions, draft high-quality meeting notes, document relationship updates, and aggressively track the status of critical strategic partners and stakeholders.
Manage the creation and flow of correspondence, documentation, and sensitive defense/tech materials, seamlessly routing legal and compliance documents through counsel prior to release.
As the company transitions into Series A and scales rapidly, help lead the build-out of the operational backbone.
Help institutionalize structure across teams and support recruiting efforts to bring top-tier, highly disciplined talent into the expanding infrastructure.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

6-10 years of experience in high-stakes environments that demand rapid synthesis and operational execution.
Familiarity with/strong aptitude for grasping advanced technology, enterprise software, AI systems, or federal/defense contracting ecosystems.
Highly organized with a proven track record of managing parallel project lifecycles to completion.
Impeccable judgement and operational discretion in secure, confidential environments.
Operational maturity and gravitas - the poise, self-directed judgment, and presence required to operate smoothly alongside executive authority, senior government officials, and institutional investors.
High bandwidth and ambiguity tolerance - comfortable processing vast amounts of highly technical or fast-moving information. The flexibility and confidence to thrive in a Series A Startup ecosystem where clear structures must be engineered out of ambiguity.
Disciplined under pressure - function with exceptional clarity in high-pressure situations and take action.
Able to work near authority without becoming familiar, deferential, inflated, or performative.
Mission-driven - prioritize objectives above all, and exercise judgement and discretion to speak freely and fully with the CEO.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive national security adjacent data; willingness to undergo background checks or clearance processing if required.

Why this opportunity?

The CEO is looking for a highly disciplined, mission-oriented, transitioning Military Officer to serve as a force multiplier to help him orchestrate the company's operations.

This is an exciting, challenging and rewarding role that will directly and positively impact U.S. Military operations. With his 17 years serving in the Government Accountability Office advising the DoD and his vast experience in defense modernization, force-structure development, cyber readiness and organizational transformation, the CEO founded the company because he recognized the need to better address the rapidly changing strategic requirements of the U.S. warfighter. He has brought together a team of defense R&D and engineering experts who have developed systems architectures to greatly advance C2 systems capabilities that ensure U.S. warfighters maintain the operational advantage in the field. You will have early-stage equity ownership and be an integral contributor within an amazing team that is directly improving critical operational capabilities of our Nation's warfighters!

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