Lead Shipboard Fiber Optic Installer

Leidos Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Group is seeking a Tech V Shipboard Installer to support installation, termination, and testing of ASW fiber optic systems on ships. You will serve as a subject matter expert on deck, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion of installation tasks.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in fiber optics, MIL-STD-2042, and hands-on leadership on demanding maritime projects, with the ability to read drawings and coordinate with engineers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of direct fiber optic cable installation, termination, testing & troubleshooting.
• MIL-STD-2042 fiber optic cabling install/terminate/test certification.
• Ability to identify & correct high-loss connections and damaged fiber.
• Ability to plan cable runs and interpret drawings.
• U.S. Citizen with active Secret clearance or eligible.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for shipboard fiber optic cable installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct the WAF & tag-out/lockout process as required.
• Oversee installation team performance on a deck-plate level; provide feedback to project engineer and leadership.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed; mentor team members on safety.
• Read and interpret electrical installation drawings.

Skills

Fiber Optic Install

Fiber Termination

Fiber Testing

Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

OTDR

OLTS

FiberScope

Job description

Leidos Defense Group is seeking a Tech V Shipboard Installer to support installation, termination, and testing of ASW fiber optic systems on ships. You will serve as a subject matter expert on deck, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion of installation tasks.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in fiber optics, MIL-STD-2042, and hands-on leadership on demanding maritime projects, with the ability to read drawings and coordinate with engineers.