Field Engineer I
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- $119k–$170k
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About Us
AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future.
AGE Solutions is seeking experienced Field Engineers to support a telecommunications infrastructure refresh for a federal customer in Washington, DC. This effort will support the modernization and upgrade of enterprise voice, data, and telecommunications systems across secure environments.
This is a hands-on role ideal for candidates with strong structured cabling experience, knowledge of BICSI standards, and expertise installing and maintaining Cat6 copper, fiber optic cabling, and telecommunications infrastructure in mission-critical environments.
Candidates must live within a commutable distance of Washington, DC to work onsite full time, or be willing to relocate to the Washington, DC area. Work will be completed during nighttime hours.
Responsibilities Include
- Install, terminate, test, label, and troubleshoot Cat6 copper and fiber optic cabling in accordance with BICSI and industry standards using TDR and other certification tools.
- Perform telecommunications infrastructure installations including patch panels, fiber enclosures, racks, cable trays, ladder racks, and related hardware.
- Construct/repair pathways (tray, ladder rack, sleeves, fire-stopping).
- Familiar with working in confined spaces.
- Support campus-wide cabling refresh and modernization efforts across multiple buildings and secure environments.
- Read and interpret telecom drawings, floor plans, wiring schematics, and installation documentation.
- Conduct cable routing, dressing, bundling, and labeling following customer standards and best practices.
- Support cutovers, migrations, telecommunications room buildouts, and MDF/IDF upgrades.
- Ensure all work complies with federal, security, and safety requirements.
- Maintain accurate installation documentation and support inventory tracking.
- Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and government personnel to support project execution and timelines.
Required Qualifications
- Active Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret clearance.
- Minimum 2 years experience working with telecommunications infrastructure.
- Experience installing and supporting structured cabling systems in enterprise or federal environments.
- Familiar with Cat6 copper and fiber optic cable installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Familiar with telecommunications rooms, MDFs, and IDFs.
- Familiar with fiber optic testing equipment and cable certification tools.
- Ability to analyze and create telecom drawings and installation documentation.
- Ability to lift equipment, climb ladders, and work in physically demanding environments.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- BICSI Installer 1 or related industry standards.
- Fiber optic splicing or FOA certification experience preferred.
- Hands-on experience with Cat6 copper and fiber optic cable installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Jetted fiber installation experience.
- Experience supporting campus-wide infrastructure modernization or refresh projects.
- Experience supporting secure federal or DoD environments.
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and in confined spaces such as telecommunications rooms, above ceilings, and under raised floors.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing throughout the workday.
- Ability to pull and route copper and fiber cabling through ceilings, conduits, and cable pathways.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and cable testing equipment safely and effectively.
- Ability to work in active construction, data center, and secure government environments.