Sr Engineer -Federal

at Lumen in Boise, Idaho, United States

About Lumen

Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen's network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.

The Role

Lumen is seeking a Senior Engineer with demonstrated working ability of Outside Plant (OSP), Fiber Characterization (FC) testing/analyzation, Inside Plant (ISP) activities. This person must be able to effectively perform OSP & ISP site surveys, complete full FC testing/analyzation, installs, provision and commission, turnup and test a Packet OTN network. This position will be responsible for a network in support of LUMEN's Government services.

WFH position - Must be able to travel up to 75% anywhere in the US.

REQUIRED: Top Secret Security Clearance

The Main Responsibilities

+ 8+ years in Outside Plant construction techniques

+ 8+ years in completing full FC testing and analysis for the purposes of deploying modern DWDM communication systems. The candidate must be trainable, adaptable and able to work independently as well as within the teams they will be part of. The candidate 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. The candidate must be able to visualize the components of the fiber under test, the issues found, the repair actions and convey these concepts both in written and verbal form. Must possess very meticulous and mature critical thinking skills and accurate mathematic skills as well as professional written and verbal communication skills. Have the ability to understand and manipulate FC test results, apply the proper test parameters and thresholds to populate customer deliverable packages for submittal.

+ 8+ years Provisioning and Commissioning P-OTN systems

+ 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 Government customers, vendors, subcontractors, and other company groups

+ Produces Engineering Design Packages (EDPs) for ISP or OSP installations

+ Write SOWs, Method of Procedures (MOPs), test and acceptance plans using corporate standards, best commercial practices and 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 proposals

+ Provides engineering assistance for ISP and OSP installation teams

+ Understands and adheres to Federal, customer site and company 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

What We Look For in a Candidate

Knowledge, Skills/Abilities

OTDR test analysis - post testing analysis of .sor or .trc files.

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

OTDR testing & usage.

Power Meter testing. CD+PMD testing.

Strong MS Office applications, databasing and Visio software experience.

Proficient in electronic file management.

Professional written & verbal communication skills.

Highly professional and motivated.

Proven results in building strong peer-level relationships.

Ability to perform a wide spectrum of assignments requiring alternative analysis, innovation and judgment based on standards. Assumes responsibility for contributing to the success of major or multiple projects and is periodically called upon to make decisions.

Education/Experience

BS in Telecommunications or equivalent work experience (8 years experience in telecommunications O&M, installation, and engineering)

BICI RCDD certification desirable

Experience reviewing and analyzing solicitation documents and developing solutions

Experience with optical equipment, SONET and wavelength division multiplexing

Knowledge of optical dispersion and experience with dispersion testing

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

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

Ability to present customer information on project status in various forms such as MS Power Point briefings and MS Project schedules

Knowledge of telecommunications installations standards required

Knowledge of telecommunications test equipment, operation, procedures, and practice

Compensation

Security Requirements

+ US Citizenship required

+ Must be able to obtain and/or maintain eligibility requirements for access to government classified information up to the Top Secret-SCI (applicants selected will be subjected to a government security investigation for initial clearance)

Other Requirements

+ Must have a valid driver's license have a clean driving record

+ Up to 75% travel may be required depending on project load

Physical Requirements

+ Field; sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; lift 75 lbs.; Valid driver's license required ; works in all weather conditions

What to Expect Next

Requisition #: 331374

When applying for a position, you may be subject to a background screen (criminal records check, motor vehicle report, and/or drug screen), depending on the requirements for the position. More information on what's included in these checks can be found in the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns noted in the background screen may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

This position is part of a bargaining unit and represented by a union. Depending upon the applicable collective bargaining agreement under which you may be hired, you may be: (a) required to join the union and pay union dues as a condition of employment; or, (b) required to pay union dues, but not join the union as a condition of employment; or free to chose whether or not to join the union, but if you do join the union you would be obligated to pay union dues.

EEO Statement

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