Outside Plant Senior Engineer

Post Date

Feb 28, 2024

Location

Herndon,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

20171
US
Jun 24, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

DC0-686391

Pay Rate

$41 - $61 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Engineer with demonstrated working ability of Outside Plant (OSP) and Fiber Characterization (FC) testing/analyzation. This person must be able to effectively perform OSP & ISP site surveys, complete full FC testing/analyzation and oversee OSP & ISP installs. This position shall be responsible for a network in support of a federal customer. Personnel must have notable experience using OTDR, power meter and CD+PMD test equipment with the ability to analyze the test results, troubleshoot the issue and make recommendations to the field for repairs.

* Perform survey work, schedule planning and implementation, quality control of construction and as-built drawings, review construction inspection reports and redline changes

* Directly interfaces with client customers, and other groups

* Produce Engineering Design Packages (EDPs) for ISP or OSP installations

* Write SOWs, Method of Procedures (MOPs), test and acceptance plan using client corporate standards, best commercial practices, and client customer site standards

* The ability to design site cable tray systems, cable paths and conveyances

* Understanding or an aptitude to learn how to develop estimates for project schedules and budget

* Conducts surveys to determine ISP or OSP build requirements for incorporation in client proposals to their customers

* Provides engineering assistance for ISP and OSP installation teams

* Understands and adheres to Federal, customer site and client policies and practices

* Performs testing of DS-3 through OC-768 as well as ethernet bandwidth circuits using Bit Error Rate Testers.

* Understanding RFC testing requirements

* Updates network drawings using MS Visio and other software-based applications

* Perform government asset inventory audits and updates on government owned property

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.

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Required Skills & Experience

* Active Secret Clearance

* 8+ years OSP Engineering experience

* 8+ years in completing full FC testing and analysis for the purposes of deploying modern DWDM communication systems

* Familiar with Operations & Maintenance of DWDM and Ethernet systems

* Ability to redline as-built drawings and update and create Engineering Design Packages (EDPs)

* Knowledge of Lucent, Ciena/Nortel, Infinera and Cisco equipment

* Field experience working with fiber splicing, installing optical network elements, installing optical circuits

* Experience with OTDR testing & usage, Power Meter testing and CD+PMD testing

* Possess understanding of Layer 1 and Layer 2 network topology to include fiber, power, ISP, OSP, equipment, signal flow, etc.

* Strong MS Office applications, databasing and Visio software experience

* Must be able to Travel more than 75% of the year nationwide

* Must be a US citizen with valid driver's license

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

* BS in Engineering or equivalent

* BICI RCDD certification desirable

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st 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.