Cabling Technician Team Lead; Engineer Field

Position: Cabling Technician Team Lead (Engineer Field 4) - 28489
Requisition Number: 28489 Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $87,997.00 - $ Security Clearance:
Secret Level of

Experience:

Senior This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country.

HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:
Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Summary HII Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced Cabling Technician Team Lead to oversee daily installation activities for structured cabling projects supporting DoD and federal customers. This position provides hands-on technical leadership, quality assurance, and direct supervision of cabling technicians working on copper and fiber optic infrastructure.

The ideal candidate brings advanced installation expertise, strong communication skills, and proven experience leading teams in fast paced, mission critical environments. What You Will Do
• Lead a team of junior and mid level technicians installing copper and fiber optic cabling systems
• Coordinate daily work activities, assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to project schedules
• Provide technical guidance on installation, termination, testing, troubleshooting, and industry best practices
• Interpret engineering drawings, design packages, and customer requirements, ensuring accurate team execution
• Perform QA/QC checks of all installation work, including terminations, labeling, pathway construction, and test results
• Conduct site surveys and support planning of materials, manpower, and equipment requirements
• Train and mentor technicians on safety practices, installation standards, and professional development (including BICSI certification readiness)
• Serve as the primary on site point of contact for project managers, leads, and customer representatives
• Ensure compliance with BICSI, TIA, NEC, DoD UFC, and related telecommunications standards
• Maintain accurate documentation, redlines, and as built information for project turnover What You Must Have
• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI
• 7+ years of structured cabling installation experience
• BICSI Technician (TECH) certification or equivalent advanced industry credential
• Demonstrated…