Network Installer

About the role

This position involves supporting and maintaining network infrastructure for mission-critical aviation systems, primarily within FAA operations. The role requires managing various network components, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the security and performance of IP-based networks. It offers long-term employment with regional travel supporting multiple locations in the Salt Lake City, UT area.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the uptime, performance, and security of FAA network infrastructure
• Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems
• Support SD-WAN solutions across distributed environments
• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic cabling (single-mode and multi-mode)
• Perform fiber testing using OTDR and certification tools
• Monitor systems daily, analyze logs, and respond to incidents
• Troubleshoot network issues across fiber, SD-WAN, and IP layers, escalating as needed
• Support network cutovers, migrations, and failover validation
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, documentation, and configuration records
• Travel throughout the region to support multiple locations, with expenses reimbursed

Qualifications

• Eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required per federal law
• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience (or equivalent combination: Masters 6+, Associates 10+, HS diploma 12+)
• Proven experience managing and supporting enterprise network environments
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking technologies
• Experience with TDM-to-IP migrations and modern IP-based networking
• Solid understanding of SD-WAN, fiber optics, and wireless LAN/WAN technologies
• Familiarity with firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios)
• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams and schematics
• Experience with fiber testing tools (e.g., OTDR)
• Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration skills

Pay

$63.00 – $68.00 hourly

Schedule

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.