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# Distribution Systems Lead Engineer - TELECOM - isp/osp

- **Company:** ASD, Inc.
- **Location:** Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Network Architecture, Bicsi
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9070055/distribution-systems-lead-engineer-telecom-isposp

## About the Role

10+ years in telecommunications engineering, network infrastructure, OSP/ISP design, or related disciplines

5+ years leading multi-discipline engineering teams in field or deployment environments

Experience delivering large-scale communications modernization projects for DOW, federal, or large enterprise environments

Experience managing subcontractor labor and agency field teams

Familiarity with AF/SF installation processes, base coordination, and engineering standards

Strong background in OSP construction, fiber design/testing, and telecommunications room infrastructure

Hiring/Working location will be on site supporting the daily implementation efforts at Joint Base Pearl Harbour Hickam, Hawaii.

Preferred ExperienceExperience leading on-site teams performing AFNET, DISA, or DOW network infrastructure/modernization programs

Certifications (Preferred)* BICSI OSP (Outside Plant Designer)* FOA CFOT (Fiber Optic Technician)* OSHA 30 or equivalent safety certification* Security+ CE (DOW requirement for base network environments)

## Description

ASD is seeking Distribution Systems Lead Engineer to help support our ongoing BIM contract. This position is on site at Joint Base Pearl Harbour Hickam, Hawaii and will require candidate to reside in the Honolulu area for daily onsite project support. No travel pay is associated with this position. Security Clearance Level: Ability to secure Secret Level Clearance., * Contributes to completion of specific engineering programs and projects* Develops solutions to a variety of complex engineering problems* Perform complex systems design, development, and integration from the start of a systems life cycle to the end* Oversees complex infrastructure including installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining operating systems, application software, and system management tools* Performs complex systems modeling, simulation, and analysis* Performs continual maintenance and provides complex solutions for security, backup, and redundancy problems* Prepares and maintains documentation for processes and procedures related to engineering projects* May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals* May serve as a team or task leadPrimary Responsibilities

 * Lead and supervise OSP/ISP, fiber optic, and communication closet engineers and technicians, ensuring coordinated and integrated engineering across all disciplines* Manage Agency and Subcontractor labor, including daily direction, quality assurance, performance oversight, and conflict resolution* Serve as primary engineering liaison to Government POCs and base stakeholders* Coordinate base access, security requirements, installation schedules, materials, and personnel deployment* Validate engineering deliverables including drawings, design inputs, reports, and risk assessments* Lead design reviews, planning sessions, and strategic decision-making for DS workstreams* Identify and mitigate engineering risks, design conflicts, and installation challenges* Support program leadership with execution planning, reporting, and stakeholder engagement* Maintain expert-level knowledge of AF/SF standards, TIA/EA, UFC, I3A, OSP/ISP, CEL requirements, and fiber technologies


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