Senior Shipboard Fiber Optic Installer

Leidos; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Group in Norfolk, VA seeks a Tech V Shipboard Installer to support installation, testing, and maintenance of ASW sonar-related fiber optic systems. This role emphasizes hands-on field work, safety, and compliance within a dynamic shipboard environment.

The candidate must have extensive fiber optic installation experience, MIL-STD-2042 certification, and a US citizenship with an active Secret clearance or eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of direct fiber optic cable installation, termination, testing & troubleshooting experience.
• Certification to install, terminate & test fiber optic cabling in accordance with MIL-STD-2042.
• Proficient in performing cable testing with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in optical time-domain reflectometers, optical loss test sets, light sources, visual fault locators, & fiber inspection scopes.
• Ability to identify & correct high-loss connections, damaged fiber, improper terminations, contamination & other installation defects.
• Knowledge of single-mode & multimode fiber, connector types, polish types, bend radius requirements, & proper handling practices.
• Skilled in cable cutting, end preparation, & installation in accordance with technical drawings.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience installing a variety of cable types in field environments.
• Capable of planning cable runs & supporting installation activities.
• Competent in reading & interpreting electrical installation & red-line drawings.
• Familiarity with Safety Lock-out/Tag-out programs.
• Experience preparing & submitting formal reports via email.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen & possess an active Secret clearance or be eligible to obtain one.
• Proficient with hand tools & power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for shipboard fiber optic cable installation, termination, testing & troubleshooting.
• Conduct the WAF & tag-out/lockout process as required.
• Prioritize safety of personnel, Ship's Force, & equipment, while maintaining dynamic production schedules
• Oversee, on a deck plate level, the performance of installation team members, subcontractors & teaming partners; provide feedback to project engineer & leadership.
• Observe & adhere to all safety regulations & procedures; mentor team members on safety.

Skills

fiber optic installation

termination

testing & troubleshooting

cable testing

safety compliance

reading drawings

problem solving

team supervision

communication via email

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

MIL-STD-2042 certification

Tools

OTDR

Optical loss test sets

Light sources

Visual fault locators

Fiber inspection scopes

Job description

Leidos Defense Group in Norfolk, VA seeks a Tech V Shipboard Installer to support installation, testing, and maintenance of ASW sonar-related fiber optic systems. This role emphasizes hands-on field work, safety, and compliance within a dynamic shipboard environment.

The candidate must have extensive fiber optic installation experience, MIL-STD-2042 certification, and a US citizenship with an active Secret clearance or eligibility.