Top Secret Field Service Engineer

Post Date

May 19, 2026

Location

Fort George G. Meade,
Maryland

ZIP/Postal Code

20755
US
Jul 21, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

BAL-44be2f20-6e61-47e5-b8db-a0f741e72632

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a traveling Field Service Engineer supporting a large government client both CONUS and OCONUS. The Field Service Engineer serves as a technical lead and subject matter expert supporting the survey, design, procurement, installation, testing, deployment, and sustainment of complex timing and synchronization network systems. This role requires hands-on expertise in transport, IP, DC power, SATCOM, RF, and GPS infrastructure, and operates within a fixed price, performance based environment governed by SLAs and AQLs. Responsibilities include performing detailed site surveys, developing TSIPs, MOPs, MBOMs, and engineering project packages, coordinating installations, cutovers, activations, and deactivations—including DISN equipment—conducting installation test and acceptance, and finalizing site acceptance. The engineer collaborates with customers, partners, facilities, and program leadership, provides technical support and recommendations for future expansion, maintains accurate documentation and redline drawings, ensures compliance with security and export control regulations, and supports program milestones through clear communication, travel, and administrative accountability.

Compensation:
$40-$55/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• TS/SCI or TS with SCI eligibility
• Security+ certification
• Willingness to travel OCONUS and CONUS 80-90% during the contract
• BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems and 6 years of related experience in installation such as BICSI or Telcordia. Specific experience, education, and training may be considered in place of a degree.
• Experience installing, troubleshooting, configuring DIRN equipment such as Cisco and Juniper products.
• Experience conducting site survey and creating MBOMs
• Must be able to work in both team and independent environments and to organize work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to interpret network topology diagrams and proposed device configuration changes.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.