Description

kSARIA is looking for Fiber Optic Technicians who are experienced in installation, maintenance and troubleshooting support of voice, video, and/or data communications networks. Preferred experience in single or multi-strand multi-mode or single-mode fiber optic cable primarily within government facilities as well as the installation, termination, labeling, testing, troubleshooting and certification of cabling components. Other requirements are as follows:Read, understand and follow customer work item instructions, drawings and cable routing diagrams to install, tag and band fiber optic cable assemblies on board US Navy Ships

Use customer wiring list drawings for termination of fiber optic connectors in accordance with Military Standards and NAVY Standard Items
Use optical test equipment in conjunction with customer wiring list drawings and NAVY Standard Items for performing in-process and final test of installed and terminated cable assemblies
Troubleshoot and repair damaged or non-conforming cable assemblies as necessary to ensure full compliance with customer specifications and requirements
Document and maintain detailed test and inspection records for all cable assemblies tested and inspected
Ensure proper setup and calibration of all termination and test equipment

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma, GED or industrial school certificate
Minimum 3-5 years of shipboard experience
Must have previous certification or ability to quickly certify in fiber optic connectorization and inspection of shipboard cable assemblies per Navy Standard Item 009-73 and MIL-STD-2042
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance
Must be able to pass drug test and background check for access to Navy bases, vessels, and other shipyards servicing Navy vessels
Ability to read, understand and follow customer work item requirements, drawings and wiring diagrams
Must be able to walk, stand for long periods of time, sit, bend, stretch, reach, squat and twist
Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs
Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces
Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
This position is stationed out of Virginia but you must be willing to travel within and outside of the continental United States
Ideal opportunity for Navy IC/ET/AT/EM or similar rated technician.

Desired requirement:

Ex-Navy Electronics field related
Trade school grad
DOD Secret Clearance

kSARIA has great benefits including med/dent/visGTL Life, PTO, 401(k) and more!

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kSARIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabilities/Veterans