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Network Infrastructure Engineer (Up to 75% CONUS/OCONUS Travel)

Scientific Research

North Charleston, SC, US · Posted September 11, 2026

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Description

Support installation, modernization, integration, and sustainment of network infrastructure supporting Navy shore based data centers and communications environments

Install, route, dress, label, terminate, test, and troubleshoot copper and fiber optic network infrastructure

Perform installation and troubleshooting of CAT5E, CAT6, and CAT6A copper cabling and Single Mode and Multimode fiber, including OS2, OM1, OM3, and OM4

Troubleshoot Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) Layer 1 connectivity issues

Install and troubleshoot fiber optic transceivers and related network components, including SFPs, QSFPs, and media converters

Perform copper and fiber testing and validation using appropriate test equipment to identify cabling, termination, optical, and connectivity faults

Support site surveys, installation planning, equipment staging, installation execution, testing, checkout, and post installation troubleshooting

Support data center infrastructure activities including rack installation, cable ladders, cable management, equipment placement, and hot aisle/cold aisle environments

Support outside plant fiber installation activities and comply with applicable OSHA, confined space, and site safety requirements

Execute work in accordance with approved network diagrams, cable schedules, configuration documentation, installation procedures, and technical documentation

Support Navy installation testing and Fleet certification activities, including PITCO, System Operational Verification Testing (SOVT), installation documentation, discrepancy resolution, and Naval Installation Fleet Certification requirements

Support formal Navy change control and Fleet Readiness Change Board (FRCB) processes associated with network installation and modernization activities

Document installation status, test results, discrepancies, configuration changes, and completion activities

Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, program management, and customer personnel to resolve installation issues and maintain installation schedules

Travel up to 75% CONUS and OCONUS to Navy installations, data centers, integration facilities, and other government locations

Support irregular work schedules when required during installation, testing, cutover, or operational maintenance windows

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Requirements

3+ of information technology, network installation, telecommunications, or related technical experience

Current or able to obtain CCNA or CompTIA Network+ certification

CompTIA Security+ CE or other certification meeting applicable DoD 8140 workforce requirements

U.S. citizenship

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance

Demonstrated experience installing and troubleshooting copper network infrastructure, including CAT5E, CAT6, and CAT6A

Demonstrated experience working with Single Mode and Multimode fiber, including OS2, OM1, OM3, and OM4

Experience troubleshooting WAN and LAN Layer 1 connectivity issues

Experience installing and troubleshooting fiber optic transceivers, including SFPs, QSFPs, and media converters

Experience testing and validating copper and fiber infrastructure using appropriate test equipment

Working knowledge of data center infrastructure, including equipment racks, cable ladders, structured cable management, and hot aisle/cold aisle environments

Knowledge of outside plant fiber installation practices and applicable safety requirements

Ability to read and follow network diagrams, cable schedules, installation drawings, technical procedures, and configuration documentation

Ability to travel up to 75% CONUS and OCONUS

Must be able to relocate to Charleston, SC

Desired Skills

Experience supporting U.S. Navy or Department of Defense network infrastructure

Experience supporting Navy shore based C4I, C5I, or C6I environments

Experience supporting Navy tactical or enterprise network environments

Experience supporting Navy installation, testing, Fleet certification, or modernization activities

Familiarity with PITCO, SOVT, Naval Installation Fleet Certification requirements, and FRCB processes

Previous experience supporting NIWC Atlantic, NIWC Pacific, NAVWAR, PEO C4I, or Navy Fleet organizations

Experience supporting Navy tactical and enterprise network environments within shore based data centers, communications facilities, or network transport infrastructure

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET / SCI ELIGIBILITY

Travel Requirements

75% Travel, able to travel for up to a month at a time, usually, one to two weeks

Able to obtain US Passport (company pays)

Driver’s license required

Willing to drive overseas to include (Left side of the road I.E. England, Japan etc.)

No Company travel credit card, company Reimbursement travel

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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