Shipboard Installer Tech II

Leidos; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Group is seeking a Tech II Shipboard Installer in Chesapeake, VA to support ASW sonar system installations and maintenance. You will interpret installation drawings, plan routes, and perform cableway tasks while adhering to safety and testing protocols.

Qualified candidates have a HS diploma or equivalent with 3 years of field installation experience, and hold fiber optic and connector qualifications, with ability to lift 50 lbs and climb ladders. Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or equivalent and 3 years direct field installation experience.
• Fiber optic handler certification to 8477552A is required.
• Fiber optic connector qualification is required.
• Copper connector qualification Mil Standard is required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders.
• Must be able to maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Understand & interpret ship installation drawings.
• Plan cable routes & runs.
• Perform lockout/tagouts and related safety procedures.
• Inspect cableways and install/remove components.
• Terminate cables and fabricate connectors.
• Test cables for continuity and megger testing.

Skills

Reading drawings

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

3 years field installation experience

Tools

Fiber optic handler cert 8477552A

Fiber optic connector qualified

Copper connector qualified Mil Std

OSHA 10

Job 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 II Shipboard Installer at our Chesapeake, VA 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 Group provides 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.

Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career,

Responsibilities - Work you'll do:

• Understand & interpret ship installation drawings
• Planning cable routes & runs
• Conduct WAF / TUMS / Lockout/Tag-outs.
• Cableway inspections
• Cableway installation, equipment removal & installation
• Removal & installation of various cable types
• Opening & closing of MCT's/MCP's & the associated documentation & testing
• Cable termination, hardwired connections, & connector fabrication.
• Cable testing to include cable continuity & megger testing
• Cable & Cableway management, cable dress-in, banding, & cable tag installation
• Adherence to all safety regulations & procedures applicable to task
• Completion of required documentation, OQE, & paperwork
• Mentorship of junior team members on safety, workmanship, & best practices

Required Experience, Skills, and Education:

• HS diploma or equivalent and 3 years of direct experience conducting field installation projects.
• Fiber Optic cable handler certified to 8477552A.
• Fiber Optic Connector qualified.
• Copper Connector Qualified Mil Standard.
• Ability to lift 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
• VSRA

Clearance Required:

• Ability to maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Pay Range

Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

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.