Fiber Optics Technician II

Work Location:
Chesapeake, VA
FLSA Status:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
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Summary of duties
– Position requires a demonstrated knowledge of the principles of photonics, fiber optics for shipboard and / or shore installations. Also must possess a working knowledge of all tooling associated with fiber optic installation as well as connectorization.

• Possess the ability to work from blueprints, drawings, technical manuals, handbooks, and other technical documentation.
• Be able to identify and install/remove fiber optic interconnection box (FOICB) equipment or parts requiring simple hand tools, Lay out and drill/punch entry points to tube routing boxes (TRBs) for BOF trunks.
• Possess hands on experience in the troubleshooting, repair, operation, installation, test and checkout of Navy ship or shore fiber optic systems in accordance with NAVSEA specifications.
• Possess a demonstrated proficiency in fiber optic connector building to include STs, SCs and LCs on conventional and furcated blown optical fiber.
• Demonstrate the basic skills required for shipboard fiber optic fusion splicing.
• Demonstrate the basic skills required to support M28876 four and eight channel connector building.
• Be able to perform all prep work for the installation of blown optical fiber (BOF) and assist with blown optical fiber installation.
• Be able to perform fiber optic cable/connector testing using common instruments such as VFLs, DB loss, return loss (back reflection) meters and OTDRs.
• Receives technical guidance, as required from supervisor or a more senior Technicians, and work is reviewed for compliance with accepted practices.
• Possess sufficient technical skills to work independently and to provide guidance to entry level installers/technicians.
• Be able to work with a cable crew and perform IAW standard cable installation and routing criteria.
• Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organization’s mission, objectives, and goals.
• Travel outside the local area may be required.
• Overtime, including weekends is routinely required but not guaranteed.

Education / Experience/ Specialized training –

• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA Fiber optic Core Module.
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA BOF Methods and Components Module.
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA Cable Handling, Penetration and Repair/Modification Module.
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA FOICB/TRB Forming, Routing and Shaping Module
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA Single Ferrule Module.
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA Cable Puller Module.
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA Multi-Terminus Module
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA Fusion Splicing Module
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA Optical Testing Module
• Must have successfully completed the NAVSEA Supervisor Q.A. Inspector
• Must possess a valid OSHA 10 Maritime Card.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent may be required depending on varying contract stipulations.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ participation in an approved electronic/electrical apprenticeship program, graduate of a Class A, B or C Military Technical School or civilian trade School or a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in shipboard installation work as an installation technician or similar job description.

Additional Skills and Duties–

• Familiarity with NAVSEA drawings, ability to navigate shipboard spaces, familiarity with company safety, quality assurance practices, and the ability to fill out connector assembly tracking records.

Security Clearance–

• Clearance up to secret level may be required.

Physical/Environmental Job Requirements–if applicable

• Ability to visit any shipboard location where Prism work-scope is performed, including 010-level compartments, masts platforms, and controlled access areas.
• Periodically required to lift/move equipment or materials up to and including 50 pounds.
• Our work is primarily onboard naval vessels that may include variables of physical activity, e., stooping, climbing, walking, etc.
• In performing these duties, you may be required to work outdoors. You will experience temperature variations, extremely…