Outside Plant Design Engineer - Inside Plant

Role overview Lead the design, review, and delivery of inside- and outside-plant communication infrastructure for modernization projects at overseas military locations. The work spans fiber and copper cabling, pathways, transport systems, power coordination, and supporting documentation. You’ll provide technical direction across projects and supervise field teams through surveys, installation, testing, and quality checks.

Responsibilities - Oversee site surveys and document existing communication infrastructure; develop improved plant and transport designs. - Guide implementation of fiber and copper cabling, pathways, patch panels, system diagrams, and coordinated power integration. - Review and approve design packages, implementation plans, drawings, and final documentation against applicable military, electrical, and industry standards. - Lead deployment teams through pre-installation coordination, installation, testing, and quality assurance; reinforce safe work practices. - Troubleshoot complex engineering issues, oversee pre-tests and acceptance testing, and recommend improvements to system performance and capacity. - Maintain configuration and troubleshooting records, prepare status reports, and provide day-to-day technical guidance to engineering staff.

Requirements - Current, active DoD Secret clearance. - Technical bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience. - 12 or more years as a lead wired engineer, communications engineer, or in a 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. - Willingness and ability to travel within and outside the continental United States about 75% of the time.

Nice to have - Master’s degree and experience in a mission-critical communications environment. - BICSI RCDD credential and OSHA 30-hour training certification.

Benefits and work setup - Full-time position with extensive domestic and international travel. Hiring is contingent on funding. - Benefits include healthcare, wellness, retirement, family support, learning and development, and time off.