Outside Plant Engineer

Quantum Sky; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

STD/LTD/Life Insurance

Referral Bonuses

Professional development reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Quantum Sky seeks an experienced Outside Plant Engineer in Oak Ridge, TN to lead design, development, and operation of complex OSP infrastructure. You will coordinate engineers, contractors, and authorities to deliver reliable fiber and copper facilities at the ORR.

You’ll manage documentation, estimates, bids, permits, and schedules, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety requirements. This role targets federal-scale projects and career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience or 7 years’ experience with physical cabling and related infrastructure.
• US citizenship and DOE Q security clearance required.
• Advanced knowledge of copper and fiber splicing, testing and restoration.
• Experience in Outside Plant distribution and feeder engineering/design.
• Familiar with BICSI standards and related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, implementation and operation of OSP systems at ORR.
• Coordinate permits, bidding, and contractor management for copper/fiber installs.
• Maintain splice records, topography maps and as-built documentation.
• Prepare project estimates and ensure work complies with industry standards.
• Direct emergency restoration and coordinate with stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Flexibility

Customer interaction

MS Office (Office 365, Word, Excel)

Education

Bachelor's degree

RCDD certification (preferred)

Tools

OTDR

Optical power meters

Fiber splicing

Copper and fiber testing equipment

Job description

Description

Quantum Sky seeking an experienced Outside Plant Engineer to work in the Oak Ridge, TN location. We are an IT services and solutions company that provides mission-focused digital transformation to enhance the client experience and enable them to achieve desired outcomes. A full-service systems integrator, Quantum Sky offers a wide range of network services and solutions including the design, installation, and support of Hybrid Cloud-based Enterprise Unified Communications, Voice, 5G and NextGen Infrastructure. Quantum Sky has over fifty years of experience supporting Federal State and Local Governments across the United States and around the globe.

The Outside Plant Engineer reports directly to the Quantum Sky Project Manager and is responsible for leading and coordinating the design, development, implementation, operations and/or optimization of multiple complex infrastructure and transport systems throughout the Oak Ridge Reservation (ORR).

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily operations for outside copper and fiber plant to Include engineering, permitting, contracting, designing and maintenance of copper and fiber facility installations and existing fiber and copper facility relocations. Responsible for designand development of complex outside plant (OSP) equipment installations, modifications, and upgrades. Maintain fiber splice records, network topography records and fiber mapping and as-builts in corporate inventory systems. Work closely withother engineers, engineering firms, local/state agencies and building owners/landlords on new installations and relocations.
• Utilize a variety of systems for the processing and reporting of work activities, inventorying OSP facilities, documentation of projects to include but not limited to new construction and route maintenance/protection.
• Complete project estimations for equipment, labor, and material costs. Complete designs, bids and permits and assist the Project Manager in the management of construction activities of new copper and fiber facility installations. Monitor infrastructure builds and reviews punch lists and approves work to industry construction standards. Support preparation of project timelines and provide detailed weekly status reports.
• Identify and coordinate with contractors/subcontractors for engineering, permitting and construction of OSP infrastructure. Maintain fiber splice records, network topography records and fiber mapping.
• Direct emergency restoration and mitigation activities required for the OSP network. This could include fiber optic damages. natural disasters, power failures and other events.
• Define service order customization requirements, and completion criteria; review OSP Infrastructure designs, ensure compliance with applicable industry and DOE standards, and create integrated work plans and configurations. Selects route of lines andequipment required for work projects.
• Plans and prepares drawings for construction or new, and removal or rearrangement of existing, overhead or underground lines, cables, and conduits to obtain optimum and economical utilization of communications facilities.
• Perform surveys as required. Assist in the development, review and implementation of work plans, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and work instructions as necessary.
• Support special circuit engineering and implementation. Document that all circuit design records are complete and accurate. This includes both creating circuit design records when needed as well as ensuring they are updated for an as-built or service restorationchanges.
• Assist with the engineering, installation, service and maintenance of customer premise equipment and last mile fiber circuits as necessary and directed.
• Ensure all fibers, cables and other connections are properly tagged and identified and that these connections have the proper physical support such as fiber duct, spiral wrap and strand relief supports. Ensure all equipment is mounted in such a way as to ensure operational reliability.

Qualifications

Required:

• Capable of working effectively with co-workers and fulfilling customer requests.
• A good working knowledge of applications such as Microsoft Office 365, MS Word and MS Excel.
• Ability to successfully handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work flexible hours and support on-call duties and shift work as required.
• Ability to concisely and effectively communicate and present complex technical information to a varied audience, including technical and non-technical customer representatives.
• Effective time management to allow for involvement in special task order projects as assigned by the supervisor.
• Perform his/her duties with minimum supervision, and participate in cross-functional projects as scheduled.
• Fostering excellent relations with the Customer and the Team on behalf of Quantum Sky.
• Follow established guidelines set forth by the Customer, Quantum Sky and the supervisor for conduct and work performance.
• Isolate system problems and malfunctions; take timely corrective action to meet conditions of the contract.
• Must be a US citizen.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience or 7 years of experience providing technical expertise as it refers to all the physical cabling (copper and fiber) and supporting infrastructure (such as conduit, cabinets, tower or poles), and any associated hardware (such as repeaters) located between a demarcation point in a switching facility and a demarcation point in another switching center or customer premises.
• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification through Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI) a plus.
• Advanced experience with Outside Plant Distribution and Feeder engineering and design. In depth knowledge of copper and fiber splicing, testing and restoration.
• Efficiently operate and be familiar with such test equipment as optical power meters and OTDR.
• Knowledge and/or certifications from Industry standards organizations to include Building industry Consulting Services International (BICSI)

Clearance:

• The ability to pass a background check and obtain a Department of Energy Q security clearance is required.

About Quantum Sky

Compensation:

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $30-$40/hr. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto?Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.