SMX Is hiring a Junior Telecommunications Line Installer and Repairer to support the Protective Distribution System (PDS) and Network Infrastructure teams.

In this role, you will perform daily inspection of the RDT&E fiber network across NAS Pax River by inspecting PDS conduits, pulling boxes to ensure none have been tampered with, inspect communications closets to ensure the PDS cabinets are secure and have not been tampered with.

The PDS/Network Infrastructure Team supports NAWCAD - Digital Network and Applications department 365 days per year. Coverage is shared by the entire team.

Each team member may be required to alternate supporting weekends and/or Holidays on a rotating shift.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, install, maintenance, repair, and test of telecommunications backbone cabling, both interior and outside plant including installation, splicing and termination of copper and fiber communications cable and coaxial cable, installation of racks/frames and cable management hardware

• Maintain an accurate database of all cables, wires, terminations, routes, and other maintenance data, and make the database available to the Government and other Contractors when required to successfully integrate new capabilities and maintain reliable service

• Consult Dig Permits to determine location of fiber optic networks and telephone cables

• Mark the location of the fiber optic networks and telephone cables using marking paint and/or marking flags according to adopted color codes and marking procedures in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Remove and reinstall NMCI drops as requested by the customer to desired locations

• Install new NMCI and fiber drops into buildings as requested by the customer to desired locations

• Communicate with contractors, agencies, and customers as needed

• Responds to emergency locate requests and prioritize work

Required Skills & Experience

• Clearance Required: Secret

• Minimum of an Interim Secret is required to start

• US citizenship is required for work on DOD contract

• High school diploma and 2+ years of related experience required

• Experience terminating Cat5e /Cat6 and fiber (SM/MM) connections

• Ability to climb ladders and use hand tools

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experienced with Fiber Optic data center network infrastructure

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience with telecommunications cable installation and repair

Application Deadline: 5/18/2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$22.83-$33.65 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).