Site Installer

SAIC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Site Installer to support installation, configuration, testing, and validation of high-fidelity air traffic control simulation systems at ATCT facilities across the NAS. The role includes site readiness assessments, hardware/software integration, and ensuring systems meet technical and operational requirements.

You will perform detailed verification, document configurations and deviations, and coordinate with stakeholders to keep installations safe, efficient, and disruption-free.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience installing and configuring complex hardware/software systems.
• Familiarity with audiovisual systems, displays, sound, and voice comms.
• Experience verifying LAN/WAN connectivity.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, elevations, and cabling maps.
• Must pass background investigations and security clearances.
• U.S. Person eligibility and ability to work in the United States.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site readiness assessments for space, HVAC, power, and LAN prerequisites.
• Install hardware, software, AV components, displays, and equipment per System Specification.
• Coordinate installation scheduling, access, resources, and dependencies with stakeholders.
• Ensure installation activities do not cause unplanned outages or disruptions.
• Execute Site Installation Verification Testing (SIVT) prior to site acceptance.
• Perform functional testing of visual systems, sound/VCS, and training scenario playback.
• Load and verify training scenarios and VDB rendering for assigned sites.
• Document deficiencies, report findings, and retest corrected deficiencies.
• Produce site-specific as-built documentation and wiring diagrams.

Skills

Site installation

Documentation

Wiring diagrams

LAN/WAN verification

Electrical safety

Stakeholder coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Electronics/IT/CS/Telecommunications

Tools

COTS hardware integration

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Site Installer to support the installation, configuration, testing, and validation of high‑fidelity air traffic control simulation systems at Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) facilities across the National Airspace System (NAS). In this role, the Site Installer will conduct site readiness assessments, install and integrate hardware and software components, and ensure all systems meet technical and operational requirements. The position includes executing detailed verification and acceptance testing, documenting site configurations and deviations, and coordinating with stakeholders to support safe, efficient, and disruption‑free installation activities.

Responsibilities

Site Preparation & Installation

• Conduct site readiness assessments and validate site prerequisites (space, HVAC/power readiness, LAN connectivity) prior to installation.
• Install all hardware, software, audiovisual components, and supporting equipment in accordance with System Specification and site‑specific constraints.
• Coordinate with stakeholders on facility access, installation scheduling, installation dependencies, and required resources.
• Ensure installation activities do not cause unplanned outages or disruptions to operations.

Testing & Checkout

• Execute Site Installation Verification Testing (SIVT) prior to site acceptance.
• Perform functional testing of all components and integrated systems, including: Visual systems
• Sound system and Voice Communication System (VCS) communication suite
• Virtual pilots: voice recognition, voice synthesis, and communication
• Training scenario load, execution, and playback
• VDB load and correct rendering for the assigned site
• Verify network connectivity over the Telecommunications Infrastructure.
• Execute Site Acceptance Test Procedures (SATP).
• Document deficiencies, report findings, and conduct retesting of corrected deficiencies.

Documentation

• Produce and deliver site‑specific as‑built documentation following each installation, including: Updated equipment elevations, wiring diagrams, equipment lists, and cabling maps
• Any deviations from planned installation design
• Configuration settings, version information, and system baseline data
• Electrical and grounding verification records
• Cable routing and labeling compliance documentation
• Environmental conditions documentation (power, HVAC, humidity)
• Physical security measures for installed equipment
• Any site‑required safety or facility access forms, permits, or signoffs

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience installing and configuring complex hardware/software systems in operational or government environments.
• Familiarity with audiovisual systems, display monitors, sound systems, and voice communication suites.
• Experience with network connectivity verification and LAN/WAN infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, equipment elevations, and cabling maps.
• Strong documentation skills; ability to produce accurate as‑built records and test logs.
• Must be a U.S. Person and work within the United States (no foreign nationals; no offshore work).
• Must meet requirements for all applicable background investigations and security clearances, including Public Trust.
• Must successfully pass and maintain required background checks and security screenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
• Prior experience supporting FAA, DoD, or other federal government system installations.
• Familiarity with simulation systems, air traffic control environments, or training systems.
• Experience with COTS hardware integration and configuration management.
• Knowledge of network infrastructure.
• Experience supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), or similar formal test and checkout processes.

Work Environment & Travel Requirements

• Work will be performed at designated ATCT.
• Significant nationwide travel is required; all travel must be authorized in advance and in writing.
• All travel must comply with government per diem policy.
• Must be able to comply with special pass/identification requirements, site safety/security training, special escort requirements, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements as applicable at each site.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., and work comfortably in confined or restricted spaces.