Telecommunications Specialist

Job Description

At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Telecommunications specialist to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in maintaining and upgrading National Airspace System (NAS) infrastructure. This role requires travel across Alaska to install, upgrade, and remove telecommunications and infrastructure‑related equipment at FAA sites. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with installing and commissioning telecommunications systems, electrical installation, and light construction work.

• Conduct work involving network telecommunications equipment at FAA sites.
• Perform light construction and electrical work (site preparation) to support telecommunications infrastructure upgrades.
• Perform small‑scale trenching using hand tools and light equipment (mini‑excavators, skid steers, trenchers, drills, compactors).
• Conduct technical site surveys and develop survey reports and support development of installation plans in coordination with FAA stakeholders.
• Provide technical support for voice‑grade, data‑comm, digital, and IP telecommunications cutovers.
• Ensure compliance with FAA safety standards and government telecommunications regulations.
• Maintain and provide detailed documentation of as‑built installations, repairs, and site conditions.

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years or 6+ years of experience in telecommunications, field service, infrastructure installation, or light construction.
• Proficiency in light construction, trenching, and low‑voltage (120 V and below) electrical installation.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications infrastructure and networking fundamentals.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work in and around critical operational equipment.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across Alaska.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently or with a team.

• FAA or federal telecommunications installation experience, especially at remote FAA facilities.
• Experience with microwave, wireless LTE, VSAT, or VoIP telecommunications.
• Knowledge of FAA communications systems, safety protocols, and regulations.
• Certifications in safety, fiber optics, or network systems.

• Must be eligible to obtain necessary clearances to work, including FAA suitability and U.S. Government public trust clearance.
• Clean driving record required and willingness to provide a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) upon request.
• Significant travel required (75%-100%).
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs, climb work ladders, use portable power tools, and work in varied weather and terrain conditions.
• Primarily computer‑based work; meetings or collaboration may be required.
• Outdoor work with exposure to variable weather conditions.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email  or speak with your recruiter.