• Fiber Optic Technician

    Aerotek (San Diego, CA)


    Fiber Optic Technician - San Diego, CA - Career Opportunity

    Job Description

    + We are seeking Fiber Optic Technicians with expertise in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting support of voice, video, and/or data communications networks. Ideal candidates will have experience working with single or multi-strand multi-mode or single-mode fiber optic cables within government facilities. Your primary tasks will include the installation, termination, labeling, testing, troubleshooting, and certification of cabling components.

    Responsibilities

    + Read, understand, and follow customer work item instructions, drawings, and cable routing diagrams to install, tag, and band fiber optic cable assemblies on board US Navy Ships.

    + Use customer wiring list drawings for termination of fiber optic connectors in accordance with Military Standards and NAVY Standard Items.

    + Utilize optical test equipment for performing in-process and final tests of installed and terminated cable assemblies.

    + Troubleshoot and repair damaged or non-conforming cable assemblies to ensure compliance with customer specifications.

    + Document and maintain detailed test and inspection records for all cable assemblies.

    + Ensure proper setup and calibration of all termination and test equipment.

    + Perform duties required to layout, fabricate, and install electrical wiring, coaxial cable, waveguides, or fiber optic cable on Navy vessels.

    + Troubleshoot and test fiber and copper cables and circuits.

    + Read and interpret drawings, specifications, technical manuals, and design notices.

    + Use tools of the trade such as multi-meters, pin crimpers, and soldering equipment to accomplish complex electrical installation tasks.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 3-5 years of shipboard experience.

    + Previous certification or ability to quickly certify in fiber optic connectization and inspection.

    + Understanding of customer work item requirements, drawings, and wiring diagrams.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Familiarity with basic computer skills and MS-Office programs, including Word and Excel.

    + Experience as a Marine Electrician with relevant ship repair experience on US Navy ships.

    + Ideal candidates are former Navy personnel such as Electronics Technician (ET), Information Systems Technician (IC), Aviation Maintenance (AT), or Electrician's Mate (EM).

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    + Join a team dedicated to supporting critical communications infrastructure. Enjoy working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

    Work Environment

    + Work will be conducted at various naval bases, including NBSD, NASNI (Coronado), CMSD, NASSCO, Austal, and BAE.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

     

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.