Shipboard Installation Technician

Truestone, an Akima company, is seeking Engineering Technicians II to support maritime communications and modernization efforts. These technicians will assist in the installation and integration of shipboard wireless networking systems aboard Military Sealift Command (MSC) vessels. The role involves physical installation, cabling, terminations, and testing under the direction of the site lead. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today

Responsibilities

+ Install and route fiber optic and copper cabling per engineering drawings and shipboard standards.

+ Perform cable terminations, labeling, and dressing in racks, trays, and panels.

+ Conduct basic cable continuity and signal testing using appropriate test equipment.

+ Assist with rack installations, component mounting, and equipment grounding.

+ Work closely with the Engineering Technician IV (Lead) to execute tasking and maintain project schedule adherence.

+ Follow all shipyard and safety procedures, including HAZMAT and confined-space protocols.

+ Maintain installation logs, cable counts, and daily progress reports.

+ Support system activation and troubleshooting under supervision.

Qualifications

+ Minimum 2-3 years of shipboard, industrial, or structured cabling experience.

+ Working knowledge of fiber and copper cable routing, pulling, dressing, and termination.

+ Familiarity with Fluke/EXFO testing equipment and basic troubleshooting principles.

+ Ability to read and interpret simple cable run sheets, drawings, and diagrams.

+ Must be a U.S. citizen and capable of obtaining a DoD Public Trust.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Prior experience in Navy, MSC, or shipyard environments.

+ OSHA 10 Maritime or shipyard safety training.

+ Basic understanding of wireless or network systems.

+ Experience working on multi-contractor or joint integration projects.

+ Copper Cabling certification preferred (BICSI or equivalent).

+ Fiber Optic Installer/Technician certification (FOA CFOT, ETA, or equivalent)

Job ID

2025-19795

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Truestone, an Akima company, is not just another federal lifecycle solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Truestone, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , Truestone provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , Truestone delivers everything from requirements and design to operations, logistics, and support at every lifecycle stage for complex systems and networks.

As a Truestone employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).