Engineering Technician - US Cabler

Amentum; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Data Center Cabler in Alice Springs, Australia. The role focuses on installation, testing, and maintenance of structured cabling systems for data center infrastructure including network, server, storage and security systems.

It requires SCIF-like precision, certification, and the ability to work within a complex environment. The successful candidate will engage with engineering teams, ensure documentation accuracy, and comply with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• BICSI or similar cabling design and install certification
• Journeyman Electrical License (desirable)
• ACMA Open Cabling registration with endorsements – optical fiber, structured cable, coaxial
• 3 years working within the Telecommunications environment
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• White Card and Working at Heights
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational time-management and attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Experience installing structured cabling systems
• Strong technical aptitude and interest in emerging technologies

Responsibilities

• Manage, control, and maintain critical infrastructure configuration.
• Define and develop requirements for facility infrastructure and system modifications.
• Support engineering staff in installation, maintenance, testing, calibration, and operation of cabling systems.
• Review proposed changes to facility infrastructure from concepts to IFC designs.
• Plan and execute tasks supporting infrastructure configuration changes.
• Provide technical input on system reliability, operation, and lifecycle costs.
• Conduct technical studies, analyses, and consultations.

Skills

MS Office

Excellent communication

Time management

Autonomous & team work

Structured cabling experience

Technical aptitude

Safety awareness

Ability to obtain ACMA Open Cabling

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, we thrive on addressing significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability

About the Role

We now have an opportunity for a Data Center Cabler this role will see you responsible for the independent application of relevant technical knowledge, techniques, and procedures associated with the installation, routing, labeling, testing, maintenance, and documentation of structured cabling systems supporting data center network, server, storage, security, and facility infrastructure, at our facility in Alice Springs, Australia

As a technical subject matter expert, the Data Center Cabler plays an integral role within a diverse and complex work environment. The position serves as a key technical resource and advisor to teams and technical disciplines within the Engineering functional area and the Program Site.

Responsibilities Include:

• Responsible for the management, control, and maintenance of critical infrastructure configuration.

• Identify, define and develop detailed requirements for facility infrastructure, equipment and system modification, replacement, upgrade and/or recapitalization.

• Provide technical support to engineering and design staff in a variety of engineering tasks in the installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, calibration, testing, fabrication, construction and operation of diverse cabling equipment and systems in accordance with engineering specifications.

• Review and provide technical advice on proposed changes to facility infrastructure and systems, from general concepts through to detailed IFC designs.

• Plan, coordinate, administer and execute tasks in support of critical infrastructure configuration change

• Provide technical recommendations, input, direction and advice on facilities system, infrastructure and equipment reliability, operation, maintenance, life-cycle management and costing.

• Perform technical studies, analyses, investigations and consultations.

About You:

• BICSI or similar cabling design and install certification

• Journeyman Electrical License (desirable)

• Ability to obtain ACMA Open Cabling registration with endorsements – optical fiber, structured cable, coaxial

• 3 years working within the Telecommunications environment

• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications

• Must obtain White Card and Working at Heights

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong organizational time-management and attention to detail

• The ability to work autonomously and within a team

• A strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship

• Experience installing structured cabling systems

• Strong technical aptitude and interest in emerging technologies

Security Clearance Required:

It is a condition of employment that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role. The employee will require a TS/SCI (U.S.) clearance with Polygraph

Relocating to Alice Springs offers a lifestyle that’s hard to match:

• Short commutes and a calmer pace of life

• A strong, welcoming community culture

• Access to incredible national parks, hiking trails, and outdoor adventure

• A setting that allows you to focus on your career while still enjoying your downtime

Statement of Work Requirements:

• All personnel assigned shall be:

• US Citizen

• At least 18 years of age

• Able to fluently read, write and speak English

Our culture is one of inclusivity, where everyone is valued, and all voices are heard. We actively seek to create a workplace where employee engagement thrives, and where every individual feels empowered to contribute their unique talents to our shared mission.

Amentum reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date