Fiber Optics Technician (MTP2) - 23856

Requisition Number: 23856 

Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $52,000.00 - $73,000.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

 

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Who We Are

We are seeking Fiber Optic Technicians for fleet modernization. The selected candidates will be supporting our Systems Integrations department working on active class submarines, surface ships, and shore-based communication facilities using various mechanical tools to install, upgrade and remove industrial equipment to assist with alterations and installations. Selected candidate will be required to travel to shipyards and military bases located around or out of the country when not assigned to a local task. Per Diem available based on location when on travel, travel and lodging expenses are covered by the company.

 

We offer competitive benefits, education reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. Join HII Mission Technologies and make an impact on the safety of our US Navy ships!

What You Will Do

• Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement, and performance consistent with company values.

• Under guidance, Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment and structures by performing alterations and installations for fleet modernization on US Navy surface ships.

• Apply understanding of production processes towards completion of complicated and non-routine tasks related to installations on shipboard systems and related equipment at company, and/or field locations in accordance with established quality and safety procedures.

• Work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, work orders, technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports.

• Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment to efficiently eliminate problems.

• May inspect completed work for conformance to specifications.

• Maintain effective supervisor and manager communications and relations.

• Remove, plan, execute, install, and modify electrical cable, cableways, conductors, connectors, strain relief, fasteners, and equipment aboard naval vessels.

• Complete electrical and data conductor disconnections and reconnections on existing and new equipment for a complete installation.

• Complete Quality documents necessary for reporting and verification of the work performed.  

What You Must Have

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 2 years of related experience.
• Experience working on surface ships and submarines.
• Must have Fiber Optic experience to include Installation, Termination, and Interferometer testing.
• Must be Blown Optical Fiber certified.
• Must be Multipin Connector certified.
• Must have Fiber Splicing experience. 
• Must be Anritsu Certified.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance and DBIDS base access throughout employment.
• Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

Bonus Points For...

• Prefer candidates with an active security clearance. 

• Experience in large NIWC/SPAWAR integrated installation contracts is preferred.

• Experience in Shore C4I is preferred. 

• Prefer technical/professional certifications.

• Prior Quality Assurance certifications are preferred.

• Shipyard Competent Person (SCP) certification is preferred.

• Prior AIT or active duty experience on current active class ships is preferred.

• Candidates possessing a current U.S. Travel passport are preferred.