Lead DS Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology; Alaska; On-site; USD 107,744 - 126,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a Lead Distribution Systems Engineer based at Eielson Air Force Base in Fairbanks, Alaska. This role involves leading multi-discipline engineering teams while managing projects to enhance customer operations.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, at least 10 years of experience in telecommunications, and current Secret clearance. The position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of telecommunications engineering experience.
• 5+ years of leadership managing engineering teams in field environments.
• Current or obtainable Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise engineers and technicians.
• Manage subcontractor labor and agency teams.
• Serve as primary engineering liaison to government contacts.
• Validate engineering deliverables and design inputs.

Skills

Leadership in multi-discipline engineering

Telecommunications engineering

Project management

Fiber optic systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

BICSI OSP certification

FOA CFOT certification

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Job Overview

Lead Distribution Systems Engineer at GDIT – responsible for advancing customer operations while advancing your own career. Based on Eielson Air Force Base, Fairbanks, Alaska, this role leads multi‑discipline engineering teams in field and deployment environments, managing subcontractor and agency labor, and serving as the primary engineering liaison to government contacts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise OSP/ISP, fiber optic, and communication closet engineers and technicians.
• Manage agency and subcontractor labor, providing daily direction, quality assurance, performance oversight, and conflict resolution.
• Serve as primary engineering liaison to Government POCs and base stakeholders.
• Coordinate base access, security requirements, installation schedules, materials, and personnel deployment.
• Validate engineering deliverables including drawings, design inputs, reports, and risk assessments.
• Lead design reviews, planning sessions, and strategic decision‑making for DS workstreams.
• Identify and mitigate engineering risks, design conflicts, and installation challenges.
• Support program leadership with execution planning, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain expert‑level knowledge of AF/SF standards, TIA/EA, UFC, I3A, OSP/ISP, CEL requirements and fiber technologies.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• Secret clearance (current or obtainable).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent and at least 10 years of telecommunications engineering experience.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing multi‑discipline engineering teams in field or deployment environments.
• Experience delivering large‑scale communications modernization projects for DoW, federal, or large enterprise environments.
• Experience managing subcontractor labor and agency field teams.
• Familiarity with AF/SF installation processes, base coordination, and engineering standards.
• Strong background in OSP construction, fiber design/testing, and telecommunications room infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: BICSI OSP (Outside Plant Designer), FOA CFOT (Fiber Optic Technician), OSHA 30 or equivalent, Security+ CE.
• Experience leading on‑site teams performing AFNET, DISA, or DoW network infrastructure/modernization programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary ranging from $107,744 to $126,500, commensurate with experience and location. Full‑flex work week when possible, comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday, parental, military, bereavement, jury duty), disability and life insurance, and additional benefits such as short‑term and long‑term disability, critical illness, and business travel insurance.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Location & Logistics

On‑site at Eielson Air Force Base (Fairbanks, Alaska). Regular weekly hours of 40 with less than 10% travel. Telework is not available for this position.