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Scientific Research Corporation

Engineering, integration, testing for defense systems

Network Infrastructure Engineer

Network Engineering & AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNorth Charleston, SC, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in information technology, network installation, telecommunications, or related technical work.
  • Hold or be able to obtain a CCNA or CompTIA Network+ certification.
  • Hold CompTIA Security+ CE or another certification meeting applicable DoD 8140 workforce requirements.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance; the position also requires eligibility for Top Secret/SCI access.
  • Demonstrate experience installing and troubleshooting CAT5E, CAT6, and CAT6A copper network infrastructure.
  • Demonstrate experience working with Single Mode and Multimode fiber, including OS2, OM1, OM3, and OM4.
  • Have experience troubleshooting WAN and LAN Layer 1 connectivity issues.
  • Have experience installing and troubleshooting fiber optic transceivers, including SFPs, QSFPs, and media converters.
  • Have experience testing and validating copper and fiber infrastructure using appropriate test equipment.
  • Have working knowledge of data center infrastructure, including equipment racks, cable ladders, structured cable management, and hot aisle/cold aisle environments.
  • Have knowledge of outside plant fiber installation practices and applicable safety requirements.
  • Be able to read and follow network diagrams, cable schedules, installation drawings, technical procedures, and configuration documentation.
  • Be able to travel up to 75% CONUS and OCONUS and relocate to Charleston, South Carolina.
  • Be able to obtain a U.S. passport, hold a driver’s license, and drive overseas, including on the left side of the road.
  • Be able to support irregular work schedules when required for installation, testing, cutover, or operational maintenance windows.

Responsibilities

  • Support installation, modernization, integration, and sustainment of network infrastructure supporting Navy shore-based data centers and communications environments.
  • Install, route, dress, label, terminate, test, and troubleshoot copper and fiber optic network infrastructure.
  • Install and troubleshoot CAT5E, CAT6, and CAT6A copper cabling and Single Mode and Multimode fiber, including OS2, OM1, OM3, and OM4.
  • Troubleshoot Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) Layer 1 connectivity issues.
  • Install and troubleshoot fiber optic transceivers and related network components, including SFPs, QSFPs, and media converters.
  • Perform copper and fiber testing and validation using appropriate test equipment to identify cabling, termination, optical, and connectivity faults.
  • Support site surveys, installation planning, equipment staging, installation execution, testing, checkout, and post-installation troubleshooting.
  • Support data center infrastructure activities, including rack installation, cable ladders, cable management, equipment placement, and hot aisle/cold aisle environments.
  • Support outside plant fiber installation activities and comply with applicable OSHA, confined space, and site safety requirements.
  • Execute work in accordance with approved network diagrams, cable schedules, configuration documentation, installation procedures, and technical documentation.
  • Support Navy installation testing and Fleet certification activities, including PITCO, System Operational Verification Testing (SOVT), installation documentation, discrepancy resolution, and Naval Installation Fleet Certification requirements.
  • Support formal Navy change control and Fleet Readiness Change Board (FRCB) processes associated with network installation and modernization activities.
  • Document installation status, test results, discrepancies, configuration changes, and completion activities.
  • Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, program management, and customer personnel to resolve installation issues and maintain installation schedules.
  • Travel to Navy installations, data centers, integration facilities, and other government locations, including trips of up to a month, usually one to two weeks.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience supporting U.S. Navy or Department of Defense network infrastructure.
  • Experience supporting Navy shore-based C4I, C5I, or C6I environments.
  • Experience supporting Navy tactical or enterprise network environments.
  • Experience supporting Navy installation, testing, Fleet certification, or modernization activities.
  • Familiarity with PITCO, SOVT, Naval Installation Fleet Certification requirements, and FRCB processes.
  • Previous experience supporting NIWC Atlantic, NIWC Pacific, NAVWAR, PEO C4I, or Navy Fleet organizations.
  • Experience supporting Navy tactical and enterprise network environments within shore-based data centers, communications facilities, or network transport infrastructure.

About the Company

Scientific Research Corporation

Engineering, integration, testing for defense systems

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced engineering company that provides engineering, integration, testing, support, and research and development services to the U.S. government, private industry, and international markets. Its work spans information, communications, intelligence, electronic warfare, simulation, training, and instrumentation systems. SRC designs and builds complex systems, integrates them into clients’ environments, conducts rigorous testing, and offers ongoing field support through laboratories and facilities that replicate real-world operation. The company differentiates itself through its broad, end-to-end capabilities across multiple disciplines, its long history since 1988, and its extensive network of engineering offices and state-of-the-art test facilities for both defense and commercial applications. SRC’s goal is to help customers meet emerging challenges by delivering high-quality products and technical services that perform in real-world conditions.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Founded
1988

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