Maritime Fiber Optics Winding Specialist

Fiber Broadband; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Precision Fiber Optics Winding Technician to support fabrication, assembly, and quality assurance of precision wound fiber optics packs. The role involves maintaining equipment and contributing to winding lab infrastructure.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically inclined, and capable of working on site in dynamic field and marine environments, with a focus on meticulous documentation and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mentality with strong mechanical aptitude.
• 5+ years of skilled technician experience in metal fabrication, machining, or related fields.
• Ability to follow rigorous quality standards and log quality data.
• Willingness to work on site in varied environments and handle HAZMAT materials.

Responsibilities

• Winding precision fiber-optic packs and supporting laboratory setup.
• Perform OTDR diagnostics and fiber splice/test with supervision.
• Read and build to engineering prints using lathes, drill presses, and mills.
• Maintain clean, organized workspaces and accurate work orders.

Skills

Precision winding

Quality control

Fiber-optic testing

General fabrication

Tools

NC lathes

Drill presses

Milling machines

Hand tools

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Precision Fiber Optics Winding Technician to support fabrication, assembly, and quality assurance of precision wound fiber optics packs. The role involves maintaining equipment and contributing to winding lab infrastructure.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically inclined, and capable of working on site in dynamic field and marine environments, with a focus on meticulous documentation and strong problem-solving skills.