Cable Engineer 1

Are you ready to make a significant impact by supporting critical national security infrastructure? T-Rex Solutions is looking for a fully cleared Cable Engineer to join our dynamic team in the Columbia, MD area.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and instructs others on methodologies and criteria for the installation, inspection and documentation of structured cabling system infrastructure.  This includes: cable tray, horizontal fiber and copper cable, backbone multi-pair copper, multi-strand fiber optic cable, telecommunications ground system and associated connectivity hardware.  Peak performance includes quality, productivity and customer satisfaction.

  1. Assists in the development of cable installation, termination and testing best practices.
  2. Develops quality assurance inspection criteria.
  3. Evaluates field inspection reports.
  4. Responsible for scheduling and conducting BICSI Information Technology Systems Cable Installation Program training and other manufacturer training.
  5. Inform and keep all personnel up to date of TIA/EIA and other passive cable industry standards.
  6. Develop and implementation of procedures and processes to increase efficiency in use of materials and manpower to maintain or increase quality assurance and/or scheduling requirements.
  7. Assist in the development of work around procedures for maintaining quality assurance and productivity during delays caused by other trades, the customer, and lack of materials or absenteeism.
  8. Assists the Cabling Managers and Cabling Group Managers in new technology implementation and training.
  9. Provide passive cable infrastructure design when required for project proposal and implementation.
  10. Initiates and monitors installation standards and conducts on the job training sessions.
  11. Provides customer/client interface when conducting project quality inspections.  Attends status meetings and is a competent presenter and negotiator.
  12. Furthers oneself through on-going education utilizing corporate or specialty classes.
  13. Completes/performs monthly Safety Coaching Observations in accordance with company policy.
  14. Supports and enforces a comprehensive safety program in accordance with the company’s commitment to provide each employee and customer with a safe and healthy work environment.

   

Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in design and quality assurance and BICSI ITSIMM Training.  Have a thorough working knowledge of reading RFP’s, blueprints, specifications, and system documentation.  Familiar with Microsoft applications, Internet and scheduling software.  Exhibit a strong background in technical support of cable products and equipment to install, terminate, test and troubleshoot. Bachelor’s degree in Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional hardware engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.

• Active TS/SCI w/ FSP

Desired:  

• BICSI ITSIMM (Information Technology Systems Cable Installation Program) Trainer Certification, BICSI RCDD Certification Cabling Industry training courses.

T-Rex Overview

Established in 1999, T-Rex Solutions, LLC is a proven mid-tier business providing data-centric mission services to the Federal government as it increasingly tries to secure and leverage the power of data. We design, integrate, secure, and deploy advanced technical solutions for our customers so they can efficiently fulfill their critical objectives. T-Rex offers both IT and professional services to numerous Federal agencies and is a leader in providing high quality and innovative solutions in the areas of Cloud and Infrastructure Services, Cyber Security, and Big Data Engineering.

T-Rex is constantly seeking qualified people to join our growing team. We have built a broad client base through our devotion to delivering quality products and customer service, and to do that we need quality individuals. But more than that, we at T-Rex are committed to creating a culture that supports the development of every employee's personal and professional lives. T-Rex has made a commitment to maintain the status of an industry leader in compensation packages and benefits which includes competitive salaries, performance bonuses, training and educational reimbursement, Transamerica 401(k) and Cigna healthcare benefits.

T-Rex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

In compliance with pay transparency guidelines, the annual base salary range for this position is $40,000-$60,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. T-Rex considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

T-Rex offers a diverse and collaborative work environment, exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including: PTO available to use immediately upon joining (prorated based on start date), paid parental leave, individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits, annual budget for training, professional development and tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with company match fully vested after 60 days of employment among other benefits.