Senior DS Engineer Travel

General Dynamics Information Technology; Eielson Air Force Base (AK); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology seeks a Senior Distribution Systems Engineer to modernize network design and support multiple Air Force and Space Force bases. The role requires surveying, implementing, testing, and sustaining wired networks, with substantial travel and on-site work at Eielson AFB in Alaska.

The candidate will lead small teams, coordinate with government POCs, and deliver design documentation while ensuring secure and reliable network operations.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with 5+ years of DS Engineering experience, preferably in DoD/IT upgrade projects.
• Active Secret clearance required to obtain/maintain clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on distribution systems design and implementation (ISP/OSP).
• Lead small implementation teams and coordinate with Government POCs and base counterparts.
• Plan, install, test, and sustain wired network functionality; perform end-to-end fiber testing with OTDR and power meters.
• Review deliverables, mentor junior engineers, and ensure quality of project submissions.
• Update network as-built documentation based on testing results and splicing work.
• Engage with vendors and client staff; communicate project status to stakeholders.

Skills

Cabling

Network Infrastructures

Network Systems

Wireless Networks

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

MS Visio

CAD tools

Job description

Req ID: RQ227130

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Field Service and Support

Skills:

Cabling,Network Infrastructures,Network Systems,Wireless Networks

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

A career as a Distribution Systems Engineer at GDIT means owning your opportunity to help support and advance our customers’ mission. At GDIT a DS Engineer is leading every aspect of what we provide to the customer and we’re constantly evolving our approach to meeting our clients’ biggest challenges

HOW A DS ENGINEER SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

A Senior DS Engineer provides technical expertise to modernize network design and implementation supporting multiple Air Force and Space Force bases globally. The DS Engineer will be the technical resource supporting the survey and implementation efforts. Works closely with the base's counterparts and facilitate the planning, execution, testing and sustainment of the wired functionality of the network.

GDIT is seeking Senior Distribution Systems Engineers to help support our ongoing BIM contract. Hiring location will be remote but will require approximately 75%-100% travel. Working location will be on site supporting the daily implementation efforts at Eielson Air Force Base, Fairbanks Alaska.

HOW A DS ENGINEER SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

A Senior DS Engineer provides technical expertise to modernize network design and implementation supporting Eielson Air Force Base, Fairbanks Alaska. The DS Engineer will be the technical resource supporting the implementation efforts. Works closely with GDIT team and the base's counterparts and facilitates the planning, execution, testing and sustainment of the wired functionality of the network.

Primary Responsibilities:

This position will perform the following duties:

• Provides solutions to problems and guidance to less experienced field engineers.
• Provides guidance on different types of equipment and infrastructure maintenance.
• Provides guidance and installs more advanced or new technologies based on the needs of the customer/client.
• Support and conduct end-to-end testing of fiber optic cables using OTDR (Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer), power meters, and other tools.
• Provides guidance, reports findings and provides solutions for any issues that halt progression.
• Provides recommendations and solutions resulting from equipment assessments and checkups.
• Provides training to internal and external groups on product features and specifications.
• Strengthens and builds client relationships by improving interaction with products.
• Review the work of less experienced team members.
• Review other team members’ work and coach through issues for accurate production submissions.
• Communicate with team on daily basis supporting project timelines and goals.
• Execution - Coordinate with Government Points of Contact (POCs) to coordinate design, installation, base access, clearance, escorts, personnel and equipment to ensure project tasks can be completed on time.
• Stakeholder Communications – assist the PM with ensuring clear, consistent, timely and accurate communications are maintained with internal and external project stakeholders
• Technical support – provide input into the distribution systems design (ISP/OSP) and technical recommendations to the program and operation teams.
• Leadership – Lead small implementation teams or manage specific work scopes for a given site location.
• This work will be for 7+ months with potential opportunities for movement onto other initiatives upon completion.

Other tasks include:

• Provides technical, administrative, and operational management of assigned projects.
• Develops technical project plans, proposals, reports, and task order and administrative reporting.
• Perform detailed technical services on assigned tasks.
• Conducts planning and provides recommendations on task workload.
• Update network as-built documentation and records based on splicing and testing results.
• Attends customer meetings and serves as primary network engineering liaison.
• Interacts with vendors, other agencies, and other client staff.
• Coordinates development of deliverables and products.
• Ensures quality assurance of project deliverables.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.
• Participates in special projects as required.
• Reviews project requirements and develop strategies for future work.
• Hiring location will be remote but will require approximately 75%-100% travel.
• Working location will be on site supporting the daily implementation efforts at Eielson Air Force Base, Fairbanks Alaska.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Required Experience: BA/BS degree 5+ years’ experience in DS Engineering, ideally in DOW environment on IT upgrade projects
• Security Clearance Level: Active DOW Secret Level Clearance required

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with distribution systems (ISP/OSP) design and Implementation documents such as – Design documentation, As-built diagrams, rack elevations and circuit connectivity matrices.
• Familiar with all aspects of fiber testing
• Thorough understanding of Wired and General IT functions

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively in a virtual teaming environment.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, documents and governmental regulations
• Strong commitment to a team environment and the ability to work collaboratively
• Strong coordination and organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience using MS Visio or related CAD tools.
• BICSI related certifications.
• Location: Eielson Air Force Base, Fairbanks Alaska.

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

#BIM

The likely salary range for this position is $83,927 - $113,549. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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