Hire a Veteran Field Service Technician
Aerospace and defense manufacturers, MRO shops, and primes run on precision, documentation, and mission discipline — exactly how the military operates. LockLeed places veterans who already live those standards into direct-hire A&D roles across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.
What a Field Service Technician Owns
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair equipment at customer sites
- Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults
- Represent the company professionally in the field
- Document service and support customers on call
Typical Twin Cities compensation (approximate — verify current figures): $55,000 – $90,000, depending on scope, sector, and experience.
Backgrounds that map to this role
91/15-series, 94-series electronics, Navy ET/FC, Air Force 2A/3D, Marine 28/13-series.
Why veterans excel in Aerospace & Defense
- Veterans arrive fluent in configuration control, safety-of-flight standards, and unforgiving documentation.
- Many have hands-on time on the exact platforms and systems your programs support.
- Security-minded, drug-free, and used to being audited — a natural fit for regulated production.
From Requisition to First Slate
Requirements Brief
We learn the role, the team, the must-haves, and what “great” looks like for you.
Source & Screen
We tap our veteran network, screen against your spec, and run a structured LockLeed interview.
Vetted Shortlist
You get 2–4 vetted finalists with our written endorsement — typically a first slate in 5–10 business days.
Pay on Hire
Contingency model with a placement guarantee. You pay when you hire — not before.
Field Service Technician Hiring FAQ
What military backgrounds make a good Field Service Technician?
91/15-series, 94-series electronics, Navy ET/FC, Air Force 2A/3D, Marine 28/13-series.
How fast can LockLeed present Field Service Technician candidates?
For most roles we deliver a first slate of 2-4 vetted finalists within 5-10 business days of the requirements brief.
What does it cost to hire through LockLeed?
We work on a contingency model with a placement guarantee — you pay only when you hire, and the placement is guaranteed. It is always free for the candidate.
Do you place Field Service Technicians outside the Twin Cities?
We are based in Minneapolis and focused on Minnesota and the surrounding region, with a national veteran network we can tap for the right search.
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