Lead DS CEL

General Dynamics Information Technology•Fairbanks, AK

1d•$107,744 - $126,500•Onsite

About The Position

The DS Comm Lead evaluates, designs, and oversees telecommunications rooms (MDF/IDF/CELs), including racks, bonding/grounding, electrical, cooling, cable pathways, and compliance with AF/SF and UFC standards. This role manages GDIT, Agency, and Subcontractor teams performing site surveys, rack builds, grounding, cabling, electrical, and network equipment installations.

Requirements

BA/BS or equivalent, 5+ years of experience
4–7 years’ experience with telecommunications rooms, data center buildouts, or ISP infrastructure
Experience managing cabling, rack installation, or structured cabling teams
Knowledge of grounding/bonding, power specs, equipment standards, and room environmental requirements
Ability to obtain Interim Secret Security Clearance
US Citizenship Required

Nice To Haves

Experience with AFCENT, AFNET, or equivalent DoW telecomm environments
Experience designing or upgrading MDF/IDF spaces
Experience reading and producing telecom room drawings
BICSI Technician, Installer 2, or RCDD
Security+ CE (8140 equivalent)
FOA CFOT (beneficial for fiber termination work)

Responsibilities

Conduct on‑site surveys documenting power, cooling, bonding/grounding, pathways, and room readiness
Develop layout designs including rack plans, cable management, grounding/bonding, electrical circuits, and equipment placement
Manage GDIT, Agency, and Subcontractor labor performing room buildouts, rack installation, cable routing, and grounding
Ensure compliance with UFC, TIA/EIA, I3A, and DoW telecommunications room standards
Coordinate with base civil engineering for facility upgrades or modifications
Support QA inspections and validation of deliverables and as‑builts
Work closely with Network, Fiber Optic, ISP, and OSP teams for integration of infrastructure
Participate in design reviews and customer briefings as a SME