Junior DS Engineer

Description

The company is a technology and professional services firm with about 26,000 staff, serving US government, defense and intelligence agencies across 50+ countries in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

This junior distribution systems (DS) engineer role supports the BIM contract by modernizing wired network design and implementation at Eielson Air Force Base near Fairbanks, Alaska, with work also covering Air Force and Space Force bases worldwide.

You will be the field technical resource for survey and implementation work, working alongside base counterparts to plan, carry out, test and sustain the wired network.

Responsibilities

• Help senior field engineers troubleshoot problems and resolve issues using established procedures.
• Support basic installation of equipment and infrastructure for the BIM contract, and help install new or upgraded technology under experienced staff.
• Help with end-to-end fiber optic cable testing using OTDRs, power meters and related tools.
• Record fieldwork findings and report anything that could hold up the project to senior staff.
• Support equipment assessments and give preliminary observations for review.
• Attend training to learn product features and specifications, and share basic information with customers when needed.
• Keep customer interactions positive by making sure equipment is used and supported correctly.
• Check basic tasks completed by peers, following instructions, and raise concerns with senior engineers.
• Communicate daily with the team to keep project timelines and goals on track.
• Help coordinate site access, equipment readiness and scheduling with Government Points of Contact as directed.
• Help the project manager with simple stakeholder updates and clarifications.
• Provide technical input on ISP/OSP activities and gather information for design recommendations.
• Serve on small implementation teams, focusing on assigned tasks rather than leading.
• Help with technical, administrative and operational tasks on assigned projects, and prepare basic documents, reports and updates under guidance.
• Carry out entry-level technical work to established quality and accuracy standards, and follow quality assurance processes.
• Gather data and provide initial workload estimates for planning.
• Update network documentation and as-built records from splicing and testing results.
• Join customer meetings with senior engineers and support communication as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors or other agencies under supervision.
• Prepare drafts or collect information for deliverables, and help draft recommendations for future work after reviewing requirements.
• Keep up with current technology and take training in your assigned technical areas.
• Take on special projects and other tasks as required.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline, or have 2+ years of related experience.
• Be a US citizen.
• Be able to obtain an interim Secret clearance. No clearance is required to apply.
• Be familiar with ISP/OSP distribution systems design and implementation documents, such as design documentation, as-built diagrams, rack elevations and circuit connectivity matrices.
• Have a good working knowledge of all aspects of fiber testing.
• Have a solid understanding of wired and general IT functions.
• Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, documents and government regulations.
• Work well in a virtual team and collaborate closely with others.
• Be well organized and strong at coordination.
• Communicate clearly in writing and speaking.
• Desired, not required: experience with MS Visio or similar CAD tools, and BICSI-related certifications.

Conditions

The role is onsite at Eielson AFB, Alaska, and you must live in the Fairbanks area for daily onsite project support.

The position is full time at 40 hours per week, with travel of less than 10%.

The contract runs 7+ months, with possible moves to other initiatives once it ends.

The likely salary range is $80,179 to $108,477. This is not a guarantee, and pay depends on experience, location and possibly contract terms, so it could fall outside this range.

As part of hiring, you will complete an identity verification process using biometrics and AI, and you must be on camera for virtual interviews. The company may take your photo for identity checks, and by continuing you consent to the use of your biometric data for verification and security.

The company is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Benefits

• Medical plans, some with Health Savings Accounts, plus dental and vision plans.
• 401(k) with pre-tax and post-tax contributions up to IRS limits, and a company match.
• Vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave, with full flex work weeks where possible.
• Short- and long-term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel accident coverage, provided or available.
• Access to an AI-powered career tool that suggests career steps and learning, and an internal mobility team to help with career goals.
• An award-winning culture of innovation that is military-friendly.