Shipboard Fiber Optic Field Tech – Travel & Splicing

KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc.; National City (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑匹t

Paid time off and holidays

STD/LTD disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

HSA and FSA

Job summary

KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. seeks skilled Field Services Technicians to join our Technical Services team in National City, CA. You will terminate, test, troubleshoot, and splice fiber optic cables across shipboard systems, reading drawings and using precise test equipment.

You may travel domestically and internationally to support Navy and commercial projects. A DoD SECRET clearance eligibility, strong documentation, and a background in electronics or fiber optics are preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to obtain SECRET clearance, pass drug screen, background check, and valid passport.
• Preferred qualifications include NAVSEA fiber optic certification or MIL-STD-2042, 3–5 years shipboard experience, and proficiency with optical test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable assemblies.
• Install and remove blown optical fiber systems.
• Perform splicing and support tasks on shipboard fiber optic networks.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams and work item instructions.
• Operate optical test equipment to verify cable performance.
• Document test and inspection results in accordance with customer requirements.
• Maintain and calibrate termination and test equipment.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

Ability to obtain SECRET clearance

Willingness to travel

Read and interpret technical drawings

Documentation skills

Experience with fiber optics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Navy fiber optic certification or MIL-STD 2042

Trade school in electronics or fiber optics

Tools

Optical test equipment

Job description

KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. seeks skilled Field Services Technicians to join our Technical Services team in National City, CA. You will terminate, test, troubleshoot, and splice fiber optic cables across shipboard systems, reading drawings and using precise test equipment.

You may travel domestically and internationally to support Navy and commercial projects. A DoD SECRET clearance eligibility, strong documentation, and a background in electronics or fiber optics are preferred.