Cable Engineer

Qbe • Fort Belvoir, VA

3d

About The Position

About QBE, LLC QBE, LLC is a mission-focused technology and security solutions provider supporting defense and federal customers worldwide. We deliver high-impact capabilities where precision, accountability, and technical excellence directly support national-level objectives. Overview QBE, LLC is seeking a Cable Engineer to support the US Army Comprehensive Modernization (COMPMOD) program. The program delivers end-to-end EFIS&T services, including survey and design through installation, security, and testing. This work spans NIPR and SIPR networks, Wi-Fi, VoIP, ISP/OSP infrastructure, and voice modernization across Army installations. We are seeking a Cable Engineer to support planning, documentation, and field execution for structured cabling and related infrastructure efforts. This role helps evaluate existing conditions, develop practical cabling approaches, and support implementation in a variety of site environments. The ideal candidate has a working knowledge of copper and fiber infrastructure and can support both engineering documentation and field coordination. Public role descriptions for similar positions commonly reference structured cabling design, pathway and space review, testing, labeling, and standards-based installation practices.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree
• 5+ years relevant experience (e.g., structured cabling, telecommunications infrastructure, or network installation support)
• Working knowledge of copper and fiber cabling systems
• Familiarity with telecommunications rooms, racks, patch panels, pathways, and labeling practices
• Ability to read or develop diagrams and field documentation
• Ability to support site visits and coordinate with installation personnel
• Active Secret clearance
• Up to 50–75% travel required, including multi-week TDY assignments.
• Availability during defined cutover windows (e.g. weekend and nights)
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in wiring closets, equipment rooms, and similar spaces as required

Nice To Haves

• Experience in DoD, Army, or other federal facility environments
• Familiarity with BICSI practices or structured cabling standards
• Experience with Visio, AutoCAD, or similar documentation tools

Responsibilities

• Support cabling design and documentation for structured cabling and telecommunications infrastructure
• Participate in site surveys to assess pathways, spaces, existing infrastructure, and installation requirements
• Assist with development of cable schedules, rack layouts, labeling plans, bills of material, and as-built documentation
• Support copper and fiber cabling efforts for voice, data, and related systems
• Coordinate with field teams, site contacts, and engineering staff during implementation activities
• Review installation quality, test data, and documentation for completeness
• Identify infrastructure issues, risks, and recommended follow-up actions
• Help ensure work aligns with applicable standards, safety practices, and customer requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees