Installation Technician, Mid-level - FAA

Cobec, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobec, Inc. is seeking a Mid-level Installation Technician to support FAA programs across remote field sites in the United States.

You will perform hands-on configuration, installation, and testing of NAS-related infrastructure, coordinating with FAA stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted NAS operations. The role requires a strong background in mission-critical installations, cabling, documentation, and ability to work independently in field environments while maintaining clear communication with

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Certifications: BICSI INST1, INSTC, INSTF, Tech.
• Experience with FAA installation standards and field installations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation and integration of National Airspace terminal systems at FAA field locations.
• Support planning and scheduling to align installation activities with safety windows.
• Participate in site surveys and readiness assessments, documenting existing infrastructure and constraints.
• Follow FAA technical documentation to install racks, cabling, and interfaces per engineering specs.
• Monitor and report system performance throughout the installation lifecycle.
• Coordinate with FAA Technical Operations, Engineering Services, and Program Offices to ensure NAS continuity.
• Communicate effectively in working groups and with stakeholders.
• Coordinate cabling requirements and deployments.
• Schedule meetings with site owners and scheduling teams.
• Test cables after install and document test results.
• Label and manage cables, terminate connectors, and organize cabling integrity.

Skills

FAA installation standards

Schematics reading

Independent worker

Communication

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position: Installation Technician, Mid-level - FAA

Function: Installation Technician, Electronics

Location: Remote Site/Travel to Various FAA Field Sites REQUIRED

Remote Work Option: Yes

Salary Range: $60- $80k

Security Requirements

Must be a US citizen or a legal resident for three of the past five years. Public Trust cannot be granted without meeting the residency requirement.
Must meet eligibility requirements for a US Public Trust security clearance (moderate risk), including a soft credit check and criminal background check. Please refer to the criteria listed in 5 CFR 731.202 to understand the Public Trust suitability requirements.

Culture

Cobec is consistently breaking the current mold for delivering services to our government clients. What does that mean? That means believing in a "people first" mentality, building high performance teams and empowering people to make informed decisions without going through a large bureaucratic system. Cobec values the well-being of employees and bestows tremendous trust in those people to negotiate work and non-work obligations. Cobec is where someone can bring their whole self to work and be themselves, never having to compromise their authenticity just to fit in. Lastly, we believe in the work we do, the goals and missions of our customers and the interpersonal relationships we have with clients, stakeholders and our people.

Values and Expectations

The successful candidate for this role embodies the same values as Cobec. We realize experience is important, however; Cobec believes a person's abilities and skills that align with our values (Relationships, Leadership, Passion, Accountability, Integrity, Innovation, Quality, Teamwork, Diversity, Commitment, & Respect) are the most important drivers for success in this role.

In addition to exhibiting our values, a successful candidate for this role is expected to be a high performer, organized, dynamic, and have a positive attitude.

Job Summary

This position will provide technical support to the Federal Aviation Administration programs. This position involves hands‑on configuration, installation, and system testing across FAA facilities, with a specific focus on safeguarding National Airspace System (NAS) operations through detailed planning and coordination with FAA stakeholders.

Years of Relevant Experience

The position requires 6+ equivalent years of experience in supporting mission‑critical infrastructure or FAA systems; engineering installation projects and providing technical expertise. Specific experience with the FAA is required.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related, and/or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assist in the installation and integration of National Airspace terminal systems at FAA field locations
• Support planning and scheduling efforts to align installation activities with operational safety windows
• Participate in site surveys and readiness assessments, documenting existing infrastructure and constraints
• Follow FAA technical documentation to install racks, cabling, and interfaces per engineering specs
• Monitor and report system performance throughout the installation lifecycle
• Coordinate with FAA Technical Operations, Engineering Services, and Program Offices to ensure NAS continuity
• Individuals will be required to contribute effectively to working groups through oral and written communication and cooperative working relationships.
• Coordinates cabling requirements
• Plans and coordinates cabling deployments
• Schedules meetings with site owner and scheduling team
• Tests cables after install to ensure the cable is terminated correctly and provides soft copy of test results
• Properly labels and lays cables, and repairs network ends of ethernet cables
• Terminates cables using proper connectors
• Organizes cables to ensure they are bundled neatly after installation

Education Requirements

High school diploma required.

Certification Requirements

• BICSI Installer 1 (INST1)
• BICSI Installer 2 Copper (INSTC)
• BICSI Installer 2 Optical Fiber (INSTF)
• BICSI Technician (Tech)

Skills Requirements

• Familiarity with FAA installation standards, documentation practices, and operational risk mitigation
• Competency in reading and interpreting schematics, technical diagrams, and cabling layouts
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of coordinated field installation teams
• Strong communication and reporting skills for collaboration across FAA regional teams
• High level of proficiency with MS Office Products.
• Strong analytical background and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Travel

Travel required as needed by client/s and/or company to various FAA field sites.

EEO

Cobec, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state and local law.

EEO is the Law