Agile Defense
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Government Defense
Field Service Technician/Engineer III
China Lake, CA, US
Posted on Feb 11, 2026
RegularMid LevelOn SiteDigital Transformation
Job Description
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Requisition #: 1420
Job Title: Fiber Optics Technician III
Location: 1 Admin Circle Ridgecrest, California 93555
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Interim Secret
Required Certification(s):
Preferred Qualifications:
•BICSI Certifications
SUMMARY
the Engineering Technician III performs standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations, follows standard work methods on recurring assignments but receives explicit instructions on unfamiliar assignments. Technical adequacy of routine work is reviewed on completion; non-routine work may be reviewed in progress. This technician performs at this level, one or a combination of such typical duties as:
Following specific instructions, assembles or constructs simple or standard equipment or parts, servicing or repairing simple instruments or equipment; Conducting a variety of tests using established methods, preparing test specimens, adjusting and operating equipment, recording test data, and pointing out deviations resulting from equipment malfunction or observational errors; Extracting engineering data from various prescribed but non-standardized sources, processing the data following well-defined methods including elementary algebra and geometry, and presenting the data in prescribed form.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities/Duties:
· Establishes communications systems by installing, operating, and maintaining voice and data telecommunications network circuits and equipment. Also responsible for supervising Jr Technicians and Laborers.
· Plans network installations by studying customer orders, plans, manuals, and technical specifications; ordering and gathering equipment, supplies, materials, and tools, assessing installation site; preparing an installation diagram.
· Establishes voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cables; installing telecommunications equipment, routers, switches, multiplexors, and cable trays; building ironwork and ladder racks; establishing connections; programming features; establishing connections and integrations; following industry standards; activating remote access tools; coordinating with contractors.
· Verifies service by testing circuits, equipment, and alarms; identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
· Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
· Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
· Maintains customer rapport by listening to and resolving concerns; answering questions.
· Maintains safe work environment by following codes, standards, and legal regulations.
· Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
· Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Certifications
· Preferred Qualifications:
· BICSI Certifications
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
· 2+ years of experience with installing, operating, and maintaining voice and data telecommunications network circuits and equipment.
· Must be able to pass a background check.
· Must be able to commute on-site daily. (China Lake, CA)
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
· Fiber Optic Skills. Power tool knowledge.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
· indoors/outdoors, occasional travel
Strength Demands
· Medium – 50 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
Physical Requirements
· Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).
About Agile Defense
"Listen. Think. Innovate."
Our goal is to innovate alongside our customers to transform their operations using IT.
We support significant agency programs and work to partner with our customers to deliver quality and innovative IT solutions with our “Listen. Think. Innovate.” philosophy. Our customers include the US Department of Defense and US civil agencies, including Department of State and the Department of Interior.
Let us know how we can bring our innovation approaches and...
Job overview
Employment type
Regular
Experience level
Mid Level
Work type
On Site
Department
Digital Transformation
Posted
on Feb 11, 2026
Financials
Type
private
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Market Cap
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