General Dynamics Information Technology · 6 days ago
Senior DS (Distribution Systems) Engineer-Fiber
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $114K/yr
5+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting and mission services. They are seeking a Senior DS Engineer with Fiber Experience to support their ongoing BIM contract, providing technical expertise to modernize network design and implementation for multiple Air Force and Space Force bases globally.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides solutions to problems and guidance to less experienced field engineers
Provides guidance on different types of equipment and infrastructure maintenance
Provides guidance and installs more advanced or new technologies based on the needs of the customer/client
Conduct end-to-end testing of fiber optic cables using OTDR (Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer), power meters, and other tools
Provides guidance, reports findings and provides solutions for any issues that halt progression
Provides recommendations and solutions resulting from equipment assessments and checkups
Provides training to internal and external groups on product features and specifications
Strengthens and builds client relationships by improving interaction with products
Review the work of less experienced team members
Review other team members’ work and coach through issues for accurate production submissions
Execution - Coordinate with Government Points of Contact (POCs) to coordinate design, installation, base access, clearance, escorts, personnel and equipment to ensure project tasks can be completed on time
Stakeholder Communications – assist the PM with ensuring clear, consistent, timely and accurate communications are maintained with internal and external project stakeholders
Technical support – provide input into the distribution systems design (ISP/OSP) and technical recommendations to the program and operation teams
Leadership – Lead small implementation teams or manage specific work scopes for a given AF/SF base
Provides technical, administrative, and operational management of assigned projects
Develops technical project plans, proposals, reports, and task order and administrative reporting
Perform detailed technical services on assigned tasks
Conducts planning and provides recommendations on task workload
Update network as-built documentation and records based on splicing and testing results
Attends customer meetings and serves as primary network engineering liaison
Interacts with vendors, other agencies, and other client staff
Coordinates development of deliverables and products
Ensures quality assurance of project deliverables
Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned
Participates in special projects as required
Reviews project requirements and develop strategies for future work
Qualification
Required
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain: Secret
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to this position. Equivalent years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
5+ years' experience in DS Engineering with focus on Fiber Splicing and Fiber Testing, ideally in DoD environment on IT upgrade projects
Active DoD Secret Level Clearance required
Extensive background in fiber splicing and testing using Fluke Versiv power meter and OTDR
Familiarity with distribution systems (ISP/OSP) design and Implementation documents such as – Site Survey Reports, Preliminary and Critical Design documentation, As-built diagrams, rack elevations and circuit connectivity matrices
Familiar with all aspects of fiber testing
Thorough understanding of Wired and general IT functions
Ability to work effectively in a virtual teaming environment
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, documents and governmental regulations
Strong commitment to a team environment and the ability to work collaboratively
Strong coordination and organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred
Experience using MS Visio or related CAD tools
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
A vision plan
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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Paul Nedzbala
Senior Vice President
Ben Buckley
Vice President and General Manager
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