Senior Shipboard Fiber Optic Installer

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

Job summary

Leidos Defense Group is seeking a Tech V Shipboard Installer at our Norfolk, VA office. This role drives installation, testing, and troubleshooting of shipboard fiber optic cabling per MIL-STD-2042, ensuring safety and quality on every deck plate.

You will oversee installation teams and subcontractors, mentor staff on safety, and coordinate with project engineers to meet mission needs. Must have 10+ years in fiber optic work, HS diploma, and active Secret clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Direct fiber optic cable installation, termination, testing & troubleshooting experience.
• Certification to install, terminate & test fiber cabling per MIL-STD-2042.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical installation drawings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME 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 schedules.
• Oversee deck-plate level performance of installation team members, subcontractors & partners.
• Mentor team on safety and ensure compliance with procedures.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Testing & troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Reading drawings

Cabling & terminations

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

MIL-STD-2042

OTDRs

Fiber inspection scopes

Power tools

Job description

Leidos Defense Group is seeking a Tech V Shipboard Installer at our Norfolk, VA office. This role drives installation, testing, and troubleshooting of shipboard fiber optic cabling per MIL-STD-2042, ensuring safety and quality on every deck plate.

You will oversee installation teams and subcontractors, mentor staff on safety, and coordinate with project engineers to meet mission needs. Must have 10+ years in fiber optic work, HS diploma, and active Secret clearance eligibility.