Casual Fiber Optic & Conduit Installation Technician – WIDS Support at Amentum – US-VA-Alexandria | Jobyssey

Amentum/SNS is seeking two experienced Fiber Optic and Conduit Installation Technicians to support structured cabling deployments at classified government and commercial facilities. Work is casual/on-call, typically 2–4 weeks every 2–3 months, scheduled in advance around site access windows. Secondary tasking includes support of Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) sensor installations. Active TS/SCI is mandatory — no sponsorship available.

What You'll Do

Bend and install EMT and flexible conduit for fiber and low-voltage pathways using both manual hand benders and mechanical/electric bending machines, including overhead, wall, and false-floor runs; skilled in offset bends, saddle bends, back-to-back bends, and segmented bends for larger diameter conduit
Pull, route, terminate, and label OS2 and OM3/OM4 fiber per TIA/EIA standards
Perform fusion splicing (Fujikura, Sumitomo, or equivalent) and field terminations (pre-polished/anaerobic and epoxy-polish methods)
Install patch panels, enclosures, splice trays, and jumpers
Conduct OTDR, insertion loss, and end-to-end fiber certification testing; submit clean labeled test documentation
Pull and terminate CAT6A STP to support sensor drops and IDF connections
Support WIDS sensor assembly, above-ceiling installation, and equipment staging as secondary tasking
Comply with all Amentum safety standards and classified facility access protocols

What You Bring

Required

Active TS/SCI clearance (in-scope, verifiable) — US Citizenship required
3+ years hands-on fiber installation experience including fusion splicing and field termination
Proficiency in EMT and RMC conduit bending using both hand benders and mechanical/electric bending machines (offsets, saddles, back-to-backs, segmented bends)
OTDR and fiber certification test equipment experience (Fluke, VIAVI, or equivalent)
Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS; ability to work flexible/after-hours schedules

Preferred

FOA CFOT or CFOS/S certification
BICSI Installer Level I or II
OSHA 10
Experience in SCIF or ICD-705-compliant environments
Mass fusion / ribbon fiber splicing experience
Familiarity with Corning UniCam HP, Platinum Tools EXO, or equivalent termination systems

Physical Requirements

Lift up to 50 lbs; work overhead and on ladders/scissor lifts; operate in above-ceiling and confined spaces

Compensation Details:

$95.00

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

06/12/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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