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Field Service Engineer I

Scientific Research Corporation
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, South Carolina, North Charleston
Jan 29, 2026

Field Service Engineer I
Location

US-SC-North Charleston
ID

2026-10858



Category
Field Service Engineer

Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Application Open Date
1/29/2026



Description

    Upgrading Wide Area Network (WAN) equipment and fiber infrastructure at remote locations CONUS an OCONUS
  • Designing and implementing cable infrastructure for data centers and outside plant fiber, working with network engineers to establish Layer 1 connectivity
  • Performing installation of routers, switches, encryptors and patch panels in racks
  • Working with node site coordinator to extend WAN circuits to routers
  • Coordinating with remote site POC's to plan, design, and schedule equipment and infrastructure installation
  • Coordinating with remote COMSEC custodians to ensure the correct keymat is ordered ahead of installation, working with local COMSEC custodians to send out appropriate COMSEC device to site
  • Creating cable diagrams before and update after installation is complete

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Requirements

  • Information technology background required
  • Knowledge of copper cable infrastructure (CAT5E, CAT6, CAT6A)
  • Knowledge of single mode and multimode fiber (OS2, OM1, OM3, OM4)
  • Knowledge of fusion splicing fiber; splice on connectors, loose tube, and ribbon fiber; splice trays
  • Knowledge of pre - terminated fiber cables (MTP-MTP, MPO-MPO, MTP-LC, LC-LC)
  • Troubleshooting wide area network and local area network connectivity issues
  • Knowledge of different fiber optic transceivers (SFP, QSFP, Media converters)
  • Working knowledge of hand tools (drills, screw drivers, etc..)
  • General knowledge and use of a windows computer and applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Visual Basic)
  • Prior Military service or contracting work with government agencies
  • Lift, carry, and move 50 lbs


Desired Skills

  • Knowledge in routers, cryptographers, circuit activation, and fiber infrastructure
  • Knowledge of outside plant fiber installation and safety; OSHA safety, confined space training
  • Knowledge about Data Center Infrastructure; hot aisle cold aisle; cable ladders, Rack installation, cable management etc.
  • Troubleshooting wide area network and local area network connectivity issues
  • Knowledge of test equipment. Visual Fault Locator; Fiber Optic Power Meters; CAT5E tester; OTDR; TBERD
  • Knowledge of DISA TSO (Telecommunication Service Order)


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 TOP 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


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 starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 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.

Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact jobs@scires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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