IT Fielding Engineer

PAE Government Services Inc.; Valley (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an IT Fielding Engineer to join a critical program delivering integrated voice, video, and data services across the IT lifecycle. The role emphasizes independent work, teamwork, and rapid learning to operate front and back ends of new products and processes.

Essential responsibilities include network design, installation, and support of diverse devices, Windows administration, site surveys, and coordination with customers and project teams.

Job description

In support of a challenging, critical, and rewarding program that provides integrated voice, video, and data services throughout the Information Technology lifecycle, Amentum is seeking an IT Fielding Engineer to join our dynamic team of IT professionals dedicated to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. You must be a critical thinker, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes.

Work Schedule: 5 Days (Mon – Fri); 8 hrs/Day; 40 hrs/wkly

Essential Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the IT Fielding Engineer include, but are not limited to the following: Perform as senior-level contributor with knowledge and experience in local and wide area networking, communications, and related software/hardware within a secure, multi-platform operating environment. Provide support to a large and diverse customer base as a member of a complex team comprised of contractors and government personnel. Assist with integration of network and hardware infrastructure, including the planning, design, installation, maintenance, and management of the enterprise LAN/WAN. Perform installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of the following devices: KG-175 TACLANE encryption devices; Cisco routers; switches; VoIP phones and VTC devices; rack infrastructure; servers; UPS; and networked printers, scanners, digital senders, workstation computers, and all associated desktop peripherals. Provide Windows 10/11 desktop administration and end-user support, including operating system deployment and imaging via MECM, client application installation, roaming profiles, troubleshooting, and peripheral support. Install, label, and organize interior STP CAT5/6 copper, fiber, and AV cabling to include cable management. Review mission scope-of-work requirements and technical design packages. Prepare and execute hardware deployment and site installation plans. Coordinate with customer project managers, administrative and technical program support staff, and customers. Mobilize and direct the installation team. Update and complete support tickets and post installation close-out operations. Close-out operations include submitting travel receipts and travel vouchers for reimbursement, submitting hand receipts and customer signed inventories to Logistics personnel, and updating site data with Site Design team members and Customer Project Managers. Have familiarity with modern technological developments and applications to assist in evaluation of new products and make recommendations for purchase. Perform site surveys to assess and document current and proposed site network configuration and architecture based on mission requirements, specifications, and customer needs. Create diagrams as needed for planning and documentation purposes.

Internal Notes:

Must have TS/SCI. Must have all appropriate certifications and years of experience. Perform installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of the following devices: KG-175 TACLANE encryption devices; Cisco routers; switches; VoIP phones and VTC devices; rack infrastructure; servers; UPS; and networked printers, scanners, digital senders, workstation computers, and all associated desktop peripherals. Provide Windows 10/11 desktop administration and end‑user support, including operating system deployment and imaging via MECM, client application installation, roaming profiles, troubleshooting, and peripheral support. Install, label, and organize interior STP CAT5/6 copper, fiber, and AV cabling to include cable management. Review mission scope-of-work requirements and technical design packages. Prepare and execute hardware deployment and site installation plans. Coordinate with customer project managers, administrative and technical program support staff, and customers. Mobilize and direct the installation team. Update and complete support tickets and post installation close‑out operations. Close‑out operations include submitting travel receipts and travel vouchers for reimbursement, submitting hand receipts and customer signed inventories to Logistics personnel, and updating site data with Site Design team members and Customer Project Managers. Have familiarity with modern technological developments and applications to assist in evaluation of new products and make recommendations for purchase. Perform site surveys to assess and document current and proposed site network configuration and architecture based on mission requirements, specifications, and customer needs. Create diagrams as needed for planning and documentation purposes.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCI 4 years of relevant experience
• Hands‑on experience working within communications technology programs under the DoD or Intelligence Community environments
• Familiarity with classified environments, compliance requirements, and secure communication standards
• Proven experience installing and integrating hardware components into network and telecommunications infrastructures
• Ability to configure and optimize hardware for optimal network performance and reliability
• Must have in‑depth knowledge of PC and LAN communication hardware and architecture
• Experience in working within complex multi‑protocol network environments
• Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, and network issues in VTC systems
• Must have worked with a wide range of VTC hardware and software solutions across different vendors
• Strong Windows 10 desktop administration skills
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently
• Ability to maneuver in small spaces (under desks, server rooms, communications closets) while running cords and cables
• Must be able to work a 40-hour work week, normally Monday through Friday
• Ability to work overtime during critical peaks and be available to meet last‑minute requests for overtime if needed
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Familiarity with MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Project, and Visio
• Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong critical thinking, organizational, time‑management, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment

Security Clearance Required:

Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCI

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma

Minimum Years of Experience:

4 years of relevant experience

Required Certifications:

Must possess one of the following 8140 IAT Level II or III baseline certifications:

• Level II certs include – CCNA Security, GISCP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP
• Level III certs include – CASP CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT related field 4 – 8 years of relevant experience
• ITIL v4 Certification
• ServiceNow experience
• Experience with installation and configuration of enterprise network and systems infrastructure devices, cabling, and operational best practices
• Understanding of Active Directory, MECM, DHCP, DNS, Cisco IOS, SolarWinds, and Remedy

Other Responsibilities:

Safety – Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self‑aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality – Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance – Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Compensation Details:

$100k - $130k The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients. Our headquarters are in Chantilly, VA. Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/