Senior Shipboard Fiber Optic Installer & Team Lead

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

Job summary

Leidos Defense Group seeks a Tech V Shipboard Installer in San Diego, CA to install and test shipboard fiber optic systems. You will oversee field installation and troubleshooting while upholding stringent safety and security standards in a DoD-focused setting.

Role requires a long track record of fiber optic work, MIL-STD-2042 familiarity, and the ability to lead teams on deck-plate level tasks. Active clearance eligibility is preferred and U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 10+ years of direct fiber optic installation experience.
• MIL-STD-2042 installation certification preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Experience with safety lockout/tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for shipboard fiber optic installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct WAF and lockout/tagout processes as required.
• Prioritize safety of personnel and equipment while maintaining schedules.
• Oversee deck-plate level installation teams and report to project engineering.
• Mentor team members on safety and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Fiber optic install

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Lockout/Tagout

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

OTDR

Optical loss tester

Light sources

Visual fault locators

Fiber inspection scopes

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Leidos Defense Group seeks a Tech V Shipboard Installer in San Diego, CA to install and test shipboard fiber optic systems. You will oversee field installation and troubleshooting while upholding stringent safety and security standards in a DoD-focused setting.

Role requires a long track record of fiber optic work, MIL-STD-2042 familiarity, and the ability to lead teams on deck-plate level tasks. Active clearance eligibility is preferred and U.S. citizenship is required.