Field Engineer II

About this role

AGE Solutions seeks an experienced Field Engineer II to support telecommunications infrastructure modernization for a federal customer in Washington, DC. This hands-on role involves installing, testing, and maintaining structured cabling systems in secure government environments during nighttime hours, requiring an active DoD Top Secret clearance and 5+ years of relevant experience.

What you'll do

• Install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot Cat6 copper and fiber optic cabling per BICSI standards using certification tools
• Build and upgrade telecommunications infrastructure including patch panels, fiber enclosures, racks, and cable management systems
• Construct and repair cable pathways, trays, ladder racks, and fire-stopping in confined spaces
• Support campus-wide cabling refresh across multiple buildings and secure facilities
• Read and interpret telecom drawings, floor plans, schematics, and coordinate with engineers and government personnel
• Maintain installation documentation, ensure federal/security compliance, and support MDF/IDF upgrades and migrations

What they're looking for

• Structured cabling installation and termination
• Cat6 copper and fiber optic cabling expertise
• Cable testing and certification tools (TDR, fiber optic testers)
• Telecommunications room and MDF/IDF buildout
• Technical drawing interpretation and documentation
• BICSI standards knowledge
• Physical capabilities (lifting 50 lbs, ladder work, confined space navigation)
• Federal security environment experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $75,000+ annually
• Full-time onsite role in Washington, DC
• Support for professional growth and certifications
• Performance-based rewards and success sharing