Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.
Job DescriptionMake meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Field Engineer for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
Field Engineer provides technical expertise to modernize network design and implementation supporting multiple Air Force and Space Force bases globally. The Field Engineer will be the technical resources supporting the survey and implementation efforts. Works closely with the base's counterparts and facilitate the planning, execution, testing and sustainment of the wired functionality of the network.
This position will perform the following duties:
Execution - Coordinate with Government Points of Contact (POCs) to coordinate design, installation, base access, clearance, escorts, personnel and equipment to ensure project tasks can be completed on time.
Stakeholder Communications – assist the PM with ensuring clear, consistent, timely and accurate communications are maintained with internal and external project stakeholders
Technical support – provide input into the distribution systems design (ISP/OSP) and technical recommendations to the program and operation teams.
Leadership – Lead small implementation teams or manage specific work scopes for a given AF/SF base.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to this position. Equivalent years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
Experience: 2+ years’ experience in various aspects of IT upgrade projects in the DoD environment.
Technical skills: Familiarity with distribution systems (ISP/OSP) design and Implementation documents such as – Site Survey Reports, Preliminary and Critical Design documentation, As-built diagrams, rack elevations and circuit connectivity matrices
Familiar with all aspects of fiber testing
Thorough understanding of Wired and general IT functions
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to work effectively in a virtual teaming environment.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, documents and governmental regulations
Strong commitment to a team environment and the ability to work collaboratively
Strong coordination and organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience using MS Visio or related CAD tools
Security Clearance Level: Active DoD Secret Level Clearance required
Location: Oklahoma City area required (role is remote but will require extensive travel and ability to report into the OKC office as needed)
US citizenship required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.