Outside Plant Design Engineer - Inside Plant

Role overview Lead the design and modernization of communications infrastructure across inside and outside plant environments, supporting secure, reliable networks at geographically dispersed defense sites. The work spans fiber and copper cabling, transport architecture, power integration, engineering documentation, and oversight of field deployment teams.

Responsibilities - Survey existing sites and develop improved communications layouts, pathways, cabling, and transport designs. - Review and approve design packages, implementation plans, drawings, and final records for compliance with applicable military, electrical, and industry standards. - Coordinate infrastructure modernization, procurement documentation, asset marking plans, and pre-installation planning. - Lead field teams through surveys, installation, testing, quality assurance, and acceptance activities; reinforce safe work practices. - Resolve complex engineering issues, advise on architecture and performance, and maintain configuration records and recommendations. - Provide technical direction to engineering staff across concurrent projects.

Requirements - Active DoD Secret clearance and a technical bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in place of the degree. - At least 12 years in a lead wired engineering, communications engineering, or similar role supporting large, complex networks. - At least 3 years supporting DoD communications modernization or comparable projects. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Visio, AutoCAD, and related engineering tools. - Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally about 75% of the time.

Nice to have - Master’s degree, BICSI RCDD certification, OSHA 30-hour training, and experience in mission-critical communications environments. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.