WOLF Telecommunications Mechanic II (Network Installer) Md

Position Summary

The Telecommunications Mechanic II (Network Installer) is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and supporting telecommunications and network infrastructure in a hands-on technical environment. This role combines network installation, server and equipment deployment, cable and fiber work, troubleshooting, and documentation support for customer sites and lab environments. The position supports the setup and sustainment of communications systems by working with switches, routers, servers, transmission equipment, wiring, and related components. Candidates should be comfortable working independently or alongside lead installers and management, following technical drawings and customer requirements, and supporting projects that may require up to 50% travel, including both CONUS and OCONUS location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

What you'll be doing

• Install, maintain, and repair telecommunications and network infrastructure, including damaged or malfunctioning network equipment, wiring circuits, and related electronic communications hardware.
• Fabricate, terminate, install, and troubleshoot twisted pair, Cat5/6, and fiber optic cabling, including cable tracing, BNC connection terminations, dressing cable, and wire management.
• Set up, integrate, test, and evaluate network and server equipment such as switches, routers, transmission equipment, and related communications devices.
• Perform initial server configurations such as ILO/iDRAC setup, NIC card swaps, server installations, and removal of decommissioned or failed equipment for shipment preparation.
• Assist with physical infrastructure installation, including mounting, leveling, aligning, and securing equipment bays, racks, and cabinets as part of network deployment activities.
• Use diagnostic and test equipment such as digital multimeters, signal generators, semiconductor testers, curve tracers, and oscilloscopes to verify system functionality and support troubleshooting.
• Support customer lab operations by identifying and resolving lab and network issues as requested by management, helping maintain operational readiness and system performance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including weekly activity reports, technical records, system performance logs, maintenance documentation, master parts lists, and rack elevation drawings for installations.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

What we're looking for

• Strong hands-on technical ability in network installation, equipment maintenance, server deployment, and structured cabling work across telecommunications environments.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow office drawings, schematics, product documentation, technical requirements, and test bed or cabling running lists with accuracy.
• Working knowledge of network devices and server hardware, including experience with platforms and manufacturers such as HP, Dell, Arista, Cisco, and Juniper.
• Comfort working with both AC and DC power applications, including installation support and practical understanding of power connections in equipment environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose equipment, cabling, fiber, and lab-related issues efficiently.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision, follow direction from lab management and lead installers, and stay productive in fast-paced technical settings.
• Solid organizational and documentation skills, including the ability to keep records current, provide status updates, and support reporting requirements.
• Physical capability to perform installation duties, including the ability to lift up to 75 lbs or more and work in active equipment or lab spaces.

What you'll need

• Secret security clearance required.
• Travel requirement: 50%, including both CONUS and OCONUS travel.
• One of the following education and experience combinations is required:
• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience
• Associate degree with 7+ years of experience
• 9+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Additional experience noted for the role includes 3-5 years of related experience in equipment, cable, and fibering installations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams, with the ability to create, read, and update spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to read schematics using Visio and/or CAD.
• Experience with multimode and singlemode fiber tracing and troubleshooting.
• Preferred qualifications include the ability to maintain inventory records, understand lab layouts, and familiarity with UPS and CRACs.

What we offer

• Full benefits.
• 401(k).
• Opportunity to work on hands-on network, telecommunications, and server installation projects in support of customer and DoD-related environments.
• Exposure to a broad range of technologies, including servers, switches, routers, fiber infrastructure, transmission equipment, and power applications.
• A role that offers varied work environments through both site-based and lab-related support responsibilities.
• The chance to contribute to meaningful technical projects involving installation, testing, repair, documentation, and system support across multiple locations.

Special Note

The position is contingent upon candidate's ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Benefits and Compensation

At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.