Fiber Analyst

GCS Recruitment; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment is seeking a Fiber Analyst to support remote fiber network testing across ISP and OSP environments. The role emphasizes OTDR analysis, bidirectional testing, and documenting findings to ensure network performance and reliability.

You will perform fusion splicing, fiber repairs, and remediation, coordinate with vendors and project teams, and produce test reports and maps. Strong communication and proficiency with Word/Excel are required, with travel as needed for field work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Fiber Optics or Telecommunications.
• Experience with ISP and OSP fiber networks.
• Strong OTDR testing and troubleshooting background.
• Experience with CD/PMD, bidirectional, and power meter/laser testing.
• Knowledge of fusion splicing, fiber repair and remediation.
• Fiber end-face inspection and cleaning proficiency.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication, documentation and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel for field work.

Responsibilities

• Perform OTDR testing to validate fiber paths and identify faults, splices, bends, and signal loss.
• Conduct fiber characterization, bidirectional testing, and power/loss analysis.
• Troubleshoot fiber network issues and recommend remediation solutions.
• Perform fusion splicing and fiber repairs as needed.
• Prepare test reports, redlined fiber documentation, and demarcation maps.
• Coordinate with vendors, project managers, and internal teams to support project execution.

Skills

Fiber testing

OTDR testing

Bidirectional testing

Fusion splicing

Fiber characterization

Power meter testing

Documentation

MS Word & Excel

Communication

Field travel

Job description

Fiber Analyst

Location: Remote
Contract: 12+ Months

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Fiber Engineer to support fiber network testing, troubleshooting, and remediation activities across ISP and OSP environments. This role will focus on OTDR analysis, fiber characterization, bidirectional testing, and documenting findings to ensure network performance and reliability.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Fiber Optics or Telecommunications
• Experience with ISP and OSP fiber networks
• Strong expertise with OTDR testing and troubleshooting
• Experience performing CD/PMD, bidirectional, and power meter/laser testing
• Knowledge of fusion splicing, fiber repair, and remediation
• Experience with fiber end-face inspection and cleaning
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel as required for field work

Key Responsibilities

• Perform OTDR testing to validate fiber paths and identify faults, splices, bends, and signal loss
• Conduct fiber characterization, bidirectional testing, and power/loss analysis
• Troubleshoot fiber network issues and recommend remediation solutions
• Perform fusion splicing and fiber repairs as needed
• Prepare test reports, redlined fiber documentation, and demarcation maps
• Coordinate with vendors, project managers, and internal teams to support project execution

What You'll Own

• Fiber testing and validation
• OTDR analysis and troubleshooting
• Remediation and fusion splicing activities
• Technical reporting and documentation
• Vendor and stakeholder communication
• Fiber network performance verification

Deliverables

• OTDR, CD/PMD, and power/loss test reports
• Redlined fiber path documentation and demarcation maps
• Documented remediation and retest results
• Test findings and recommendations shared with vendors and project stakeholders

Required: Prior experience in Fiber Testing, OTDR Analysis, ISP/OSP Networks, Fiber Characterization, and Telecommunications environments.