Outside Plant Engineer

General Dynamics - IT; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer to support DoD telecommunications infrastructure in the National Capital Region. This on-site role focuses on planning, maintaining, documenting, and repairing OSP pathways and cabling to ensure reliable operations.

You will perform site surveys, maintain documentation, and provide 24/7/365 break/fix support, with a strong emphasis on compliance with JSP, TIA/EIA, and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Associates degree plus 3+ years of Outside Plant infrastructure experience.
• Active Top-Secret clearance (SCI eligible).
• Knowledge of BICSI, NEC, IEEE, EIA, and TIA codes.
• Experience with fusion and mechanical fiber splicing.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and walk active construction sites.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair OSP cable infrastructure including MH/HH, conduit, copper, coax, and fiber.
• Conduct site surveys, produce weekly reports, and develop maintenance plans.
• Ensure compliance with JSP, TIA/EIA, ANSI/TIA-758 and industry best practices.
• Provide 24/7/365 break/fix support for OSP systems within JSP purview.
• Plan Outside Plant pathways for Federal and Local Government agencies.
• Support configuration management and maintain accurate OSP data and NCR documentation.

Skills

BICSI standards

NEC/IEEE/EIA/TIA codes

Structured Cabling Systems

Fiber splicing

OTDR testing

Visio

AutoCAD

Education

Associates degree + 3+ years OSP experience

Tools

Visio

AutoCAD

OTDR

Job description

Outside Plant Engineer

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Outside Plant Engineer for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support. The Outside Plant Engineer supports mission-critical DoD telecommunications infrastructure across the Pentagon, Mark Center, and the National Capital Region. This role focuses on planning, maintaining, documenting, and repairing Outside Plant pathways and cabling systems to ensure reliable, standards-compliant operations. The position requires full-time onsite support and offers high visibility within a secure, fast-paced environment. As an Outside Plant Engineer, you will:

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Maintain and repair Outside Plant cable infrastructure, including MH/HH, conduit, copper, coax, and fiber systems
• Conduct site surveys, produce weekly reports, and develop maintenance plans
• Ensure compliance with JSP, TIA/EIA 568A/B, ANSI/TIA-758, and industry best practices
• Perform 24/7/365 break/fix support for Outside Plant systems within JSP purview
• Plan Outside Plant pathways for Federal and Local Government agencies
• Support configuration management and maintain accurate OSP data and documentation for NCR facilities

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Clearance: Active Top-Secret clearance (SCI eligible)
• Education/Experience: Associates degree & 3+ years of Outside Plant infrastructure experience (will consider other combinations of education and experience that equals 5 yrs)
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of BICSI standards, NEC, IEEE, EIA, and TIA codes; Understanding of Structured Cabling Systems; Experience with fusion and mechanical fiber splicing; Proficiency with OTDR testing, Visio, and AutoCAD
• Role Requirements: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.; stand for long periods. Ability to conduct site walks on active construction sites; Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BICSI RCDD certification
• BICSI OSP Designer certification

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.