Optical Engineer IIIKey Responsibilities- Engineering Design Packages (EDPs): Create, review, and maintain EDPs for optical network builds on Ciena RLS and Nokia GX platforms, ensuring accurate and detailed documentation of network design, configuration, and testing requirements.
- Methods of Procedure (MOPs): Write, review, and maintain MOPs for optical network deployment, turn-up, and testing activities, ensuring that procedures are clear, concise, and follow industry best practices.
- Remote Turn-Up and Testing: Provide remote support for optical turn-up and testing activities, utilizing expertise in Ciena RLS and Nokia GX platforms to troubleshoot issues and ensure successful deployment.
- Deployment Activity Support: Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and field partners to plan and coordinate deployment schedules and activities, ensuring timely and efficient completion of projects.
Required Qualifications- Hands-on Experience: Hands-on experience with Ciena RLS and Nokia GX platforms, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Optical Network Deployment Experience: Proven record of supporting long-haul and metro optical network deployments, including experience with fiber optic cable systems, DWDM, OTN, and optical transport systems.
- EDP and MOP Creation: Practical experience creating and executing EDPs and MOPs for optical network deployments, including knowledge of industry-standard templates and formats.
- Coordination and Communication: Experience coordinating with vendors, field teams, and operations, including strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Technical Writing: Strong technical writing skills, including the ability to create clear, concise, and well-structured documentation.
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.
- Time Management: Strong time management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
Location:
- For the Optical Engineer III position, the location options are Reston, VA, Denver, CO, and Remote East Coast.
- For those based in Reston and Denver, there is an expectation to work from the office at least three days per week.
- The specific in-office days are typically Tuesdays and Thursdays, with the third day being flexible based on team needs and collaboration requirements.
- Remote work is also an option for candidates on the East Coast, providing flexibility in work arrangements.
Documentation and Compliance: Ensure accurate documentation, process handover, and compliance with standards, policies, and procedures.
Salary Range$85,120.00 - $134,400.00 USD (Salary)
- Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit.
- Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.
Astreya offers comprehensive benefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees, including:- Medical provided through Cigna (PPO, HSA, EPO options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
- Dental provided through Cigna (DPPO & DHMO options)
- Nationwide Vision provided through VSP
- Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care
- Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)
- Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera
- Corporate Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Days
- 401k Plan
- Basic Life, Accidental Life, Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)
- Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)
- Paid Holidays
- Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other fringe benefits required under state and federal law
