Shipboard Installer III

Leidos; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Group is seeking a Tech III Shipboard Installer at our San Diego, CA office to support maintenance, modernization, and installation of ASW sonar systems. You will serve as SME, plan installations, perform WAF and lockout procedures, and ensure safety and timely completion of tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma and 5+ years of field installation experience, proficiency in fiber optics testing, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. U.S.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 5+ years of field installation experience.
• Proficient in cable continuity and megger testing.
• Proficient in fiber-optic cable preparation, termination and testing.
• Ability to read electrical installation and red-line drawings and interpret specs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for installations and plan upcoming tasks.
• Conduct WAF and lockout/tag-out procedures.
• Navigate 9090-310 requirements for installation completion.
• Ensure tasks are completed on time through leadership and knowledge.
• Prioritize safety of personnel and equipment and avoid production pressures.
• Oversee subcontractors’ performance on deck-plate tasks and report findings.

Skills

SME for installations

Cable continuity testing

Megger testing

Fiber optic testing

Reading electrical drawings

Plan & coordinate installations

Safety leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers

Optical Loss Test Sets

Light sources

Visual Fault Locators

Fiber Inspection Scopes

Job description

Description

Join a team committed to a mission!

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

The Leidos Defense Group is seeking a Tech III Shipboard Installer at our San Diego, CA office. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the ILC mission. In this mission we conduct maintenance, modernization, and installation of ASW sonar systems in support of our customer.

Are you ready to unleash your potential?

Leidos Defense Groupprovides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Responsibilities – Work you’ll do:

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for installations, be able to plan future installations, and prepare for upcoming tasking.

• Conduct the WAF and tag-out/lockout process.

• Understand 9090-310 requirements, documentation, and processes needed for successful navigation of RMMCO check-in and installation completion.

• Ensure that, through leadership and advanced knowledge of all aspects of the job, the team completes all tasking on time.

• Keep safety of personnel, Ship's Force, and equipment at the highest priority, and does not allow production or outside influence to compromise safety.

• Expected to oversee, on a “deck plate” level, the performance, and contributions of assigned subcontractors as they complete tasking related to the installation. Feedback to the project engineer and other leadership is required and expected.

• Observe and adhere to all safety regulations and procedures applicable to installation work. Mentor all team members on safety and ensure all team members comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures through training assigned personnel.

Required Experience, Skills, and Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years of direct field installation experience.

• Proficient in performing cable continuity and megger testing, with the ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.

• Proficient in fiber-optic cable preparation, termination and testing.

• Proficient in optical time-domain reflectometers, optical loss test sets, light sources, visual fault locators, and fiber inspection scopes.

• Ability to identify and correct high-loss connections, damaged fiber, improper terminations, contamination and other installation defects.

• Knowledge of single-mode and multimode fiber, connector types, polish types, bend radius requirements, and proper handling practices.

• Skilled in cable cutting, end preparation, and installation in accordance with technical drawings.

• Demonstrated hands‑on experience installing a variety of cable and cableway systems in field environments.

• Capable of planning cable runs and supporting installation activities.

• Competent in reading and interpreting electrical installation and red‑line drawings.

• Familiarity with Safety Lock‑out/Tag‑out programs.

• Experience preparing and submitting formal reports via email.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess an active Secret clearance or be eligible to obtain one.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to climb ladders.

Preferred Experience, Skills, and Education – Favorable if you have:

• Valid driver’s license

• Valid Passport

• Connector Fabricator Qualified (Copper and or Fiber)

• OSHA 10

Clearance Required:

• Ability to maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.