Fiber Optic Engineering Technician II (Job ID:3334)

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc.; Washington, Silverdale (District of Columbia, WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Fiber Optic Engineering Technician II to support the installation and maintenance of fiber optic systems. This role requires hands-on skills in electrical and mechanical tasks, working on-site in shipyards. Candidates must have relevant certifications and be eligible for a DoD security clearance. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision options

Company paid life and disability insurances

401k with match

Education reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 3 to 7 years of experience as a Trades and Engineering Technician I.
• Must have NAVSEA fiber optic certification or ability to certify quickly.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation/removal/upgrades for electrical/electronic tasks.
• Use optical test equipment for testing installed cabling assemblies.

Skills

Communication

Cableway Improvement Certification

Multi-Pin Connector Certification

NAVSEA standards

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Position: Fiber Optic Engineering Technician II (Job ID:3334)

Location: Silverdale, WA

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id: 3334

# of Openings: 2

Fiber Optic Engineering Technician ll THESE JOBS ARE IMMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE AND HAVE FULL FUNDING. LOOKING FOR IMMEDIATE HIRES Purpose: Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for an Engineering Technician ll who will be a key support to assembling, installing equipment or parts requiring basic mechanical, electrical, wiring, soldering, or connecting skills or performing computer maintenance and operations. This position is located in Norfolk, VA, and on shipyards throughout the Hampton Roads area. Pay is 29.00-31.00 hourly. Job Description: Perform installation/removal/upgrades for electrical/electronic/IC/C4I tasks such as: wiring of fiber and copper terminal boxes, testing, and verifying connections, performing continuity and resistance checks on cables, testing and troubleshooting. Perform system testing to evaluate performance and functionality. Use drawings, technical manuals, instructions, standards, and specifications to perform fiber optic and system installation, removal, and upgrade activities. Use optical test equipment along with customer wiring drawings and NAVSEA Standard items for performing in-process and final test of installed and terminated cabling assemblies. Understand cableway improvement and inspections. May perform fire watch and confined space duties. Perform and can demonstrate specific trade skills gained through school or proven experience. Qualifications: Must have High school or equivalent. 3 to 7 YRS of experience as a Trades and Engineering Technician I. Have Cableway Improvement Certification, Multi-Pin Connector Certification. Must have a NAVSEA fiber optic certification or ability to quickly certify in fiber optic connectorization and inspection of shipboard cable assemblies per Navy Standard Item 009-73 and MIL-STD-2042. Must have a thorough knowledge of power tools, shipboard operations, and NAVSEA standards. Must be able to complete work duties with minimal supervision. Desired Qualifications: Prefer the ability to obtain a passport. Prefer the ability to communicate effectively. Prefer specialized qualifications such as: Fiber Fabrication, Shipyard Competent Person, Permit Authorization Individual. Security Requirements: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance to access military facilities, naval shipyards, private shipyards and naval installations. Travel Requirements: Moderate Travel Required; 50% or less. If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id). Physical Requirements: Repetitive motion, Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Picking, Grasping, Talking, Hearing, and Visual Acuity (depth perception). Subject to outside environmental conditions (extreme cold/heat), subject to noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions (affect the respiratory system), frequently work in close quarters and/or function in narrow aisles or passageways (areas that could cause claustrophobia). Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal. Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics. Please note: The annualized pay range referenced is a general guideline. Valkyrie Enterprises considers factors such as (but not limited to) the following when determining base pay: scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's related work experience, education/training/certifications, key skills, internal peer equity/external market competitiveness, as well as other business considerations. Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range: $27 - $31 per hour

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