RCDD Engineer
About The Position
GDIT is seeking an RCDD Engineer for its Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next-Gen (JSP ETM - NG) program. The position is based at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and requires full-time onsite work; telecommuting is not allowed. The engineer maintains Inside Plant (ISP) cable infrastructure—including conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber, and associated elements—at the Pentagon, Mark Center, and other JSP-supported buildings in the National Capital Region and outlying areas. The role provides engineering and operations and maintenance support for telecommunications rooms and cabling infrastructure. It involves following JSP and commercial best practices and standards, preparing Engineering Installation Plans for cable-rack installation, rack wiring, and installation testing, and supporting maintenance and cleanup of 1,800 or more telecommunications rooms. Duties also include conducting onsite surveys, preparing weekly reports on survey results (except in extenuating circumstances), developing maintenance plans for corrections, upholding EIA/TIA 568A and 568B standards, and providing 24/7/365 break-fix support for ISP cable infrastructure under JSP purview.
Requirements
- Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification.
- High school diploma.
- At least 5 years of experience developing layouts and designs for technology systems, including voice, data, and structured cabling.
- Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance, or ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Well versed in BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
- Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, EIA, TIA, industry standards, and applicable codes for the design and layout of IT, low-voltage, and telecommunications systems.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and Visio for producing cutsheets and floorplans.
- Strong knowledge of Structured Cabling Systems from an installation and basic design perspective.
- Ability to communicate effectively with personnel at various expertise levels.
- Strong customer support skills in a high-visibility environment.
- Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Maintain Inside Plant cable infrastructure, including conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber, and associated elements at JSP-supported sites.
- Follow JSP and commercial best practices and standards, and provide Engineering Installation Plans for cable-rack installation, rack wiring, and required installation testing.
- Provide operations and maintenance support for the upkeep and cleanup of 1,800 or more telecommunications rooms.
- Conduct onsite surveys and submit weekly reports documenting survey results, except in extenuating circumstances.
- Develop maintenance plans to correct issues identified during surveys.
- Ensure EIA/TIA 568A and 568B standards and applicable standards are upheld.
- Perform 24/7/365 break-fix support for Inside Plant cable infrastructure under JSP purview.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Competitive pay and paid time off.
- Medical plan options, including options with Health Savings Accounts.
- Dental plan options and a vision plan.
- Vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, personal accident coverage, critical illness coverage, and business travel and accident insurance.
- Career growth resources, including an AI-powered career tool and internal mobility support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
