Fiber Analyst

GCS Recruitment; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Travel opportunities

Collaborative field team

Job summary

GCS Recruitment is seeking an experienced Fiber Analyst to join a field team supporting fiber network testing, troubleshooting, and remediation across ISP and OSP environments. The role emphasizes hands-on OTDR analysis, fiber characterization, bidirectional testing, and fusion splicing to ensure network integrity.

The ideal candidate has a strong telecommunications background and is comfortable collaborating with vendors, project managers, and technical teams while traveling to customer sites

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Fiber Optics, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Experience with ISP (Inside Plant) and OSP (Outside Plant) fiber networks.
• Hands-on OTDR testing, analysis, and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with CD/PMD testing, bidirectional testing, and power/loss measurements.
• Fusion splicing and fiber remediation experience.
• Fiber end-face inspection and cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform OTDR testing to validate fiber paths and identify faults.
• Conduct fiber characterization, CD/PMD, bidirectional testing, and power/laser testing.
• Troubleshoot fiber network issues and provide remediation recommendations.
• Perform fusion splicing, fiber repairs, and restoration activities as required.
• Conduct fiber end-face inspection and cleaning to maintain performance.
• Prepare detailed test reports, redlined fiber documentation, and demarcation maps.
• Document findings, remediation efforts, and retest results for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with vendors and project teams to support delivery and timelines.
• Travel to customer sites to perform testing, troubleshooting, and remediation activities.

Skills

OTDR analysis

Fiber optics

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Travel readiness

Independent work

Bidirectional testing

Fusion splicing

Fiber end-face inspection

Tools

OTDR equipment

Power meter

Fusion splicer

Fiber inspection microscope

Job description

Fiber Analyst
Location: Remote
Contract: 12+ Months

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Fiber Engineer to join a dynamic field team supporting fiber network testing, troubleshooting, and remediation activities across ISP and OSP environments. This role requires hands-on expertise in OTDR analysis, fiber characterization, bidirectional testing, and fusion splicing to ensure the performance, reliability, and integrity of fiber optic networks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong telecommunications background and be comfortable working directly with vendors, project managers, and technical teams while traveling to customer sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform OTDR testing to validate fiber paths and identify faults, bends, splice losses, and connectivity issues
• Conduct fiber characterization, CD/PMD testing, bidirectional testing, and power meter/laser testing
• Troubleshoot fiber network issues and provide remediation recommendations
• Perform fusion splicing, fiber repairs, and restoration activities as required
• Conduct fiber end-face inspection and cleaning to maintain optimal network performance
• Prepare detailed test reports, redlined fiber documentation, and demarcation maps
• Document findings, remediation efforts, and retest results for project stakeholders
• Collaborate with vendors, project managers, and internal teams to support project delivery and timelines
• Travel to customer sites to perform testing, troubleshooting, and remediation activities

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Fiber Optics, Telecommunications, or a related field
• Experience working with both ISP (Inside Plant) and OSP (Outside Plant) fiber networks
• Strong expertise in OTDR testing, analysis, and troubleshooting
• Experience with CD/PMD testing, bidirectional testing, and power/loss measurements
• Hands-on experience with fusion splicing and fiber remediation
• Knowledge of fiber end-face inspection and cleaning procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel as required

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting fiber deployment, maintenance, and network validation projects
• Ability to interpret complex test results and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working closely with vendors and project management teams

Deliverables

• OTDR, CD/PMD, and power/loss testing reports
• Redlined fiber path documentation and demarcation maps
• Documented remediation activities and retest results
• Test findings and performance recommendations provided to vendors and stakeholders

Work Environment

• Work as part of a small, collaborative field team
• Partner closely with Project Managers, Fiber Analysts, and vendor contacts
• Flexible travel schedule based on project and customer requirements

Must-Have Experience

Fiber Testing
OTDR Analysis & Troubleshooting
ISP/OSP Fiber Networks
Fiber Characterization (CD/PMD)
Fusion Splicing & Remediation
Telecommunications Environments

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.