Remote Fiber Test Engineer - OTDR & Network Remediation

GCS Recruitment; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment is seeking a Fiber Analyst to support fiber network testing, troubleshooting, and remediation across ISP/OSP environments. The role focuses on OTDR analysis, fiber characterization, bidirectional testing, and documenting findings to ensure network performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in fiber optics, experience with ISP/OSP networks, fusion splicing, and proficiency in MS Word and Excel. Travel for field work may be required; the position is remote and for 12+ months.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fiber optics or telecommunications.
• Experience with ISP and OSP fiber networks.
• Proficient in OTDR testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience with 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 in Word and Excel.
• Strong 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 Optics

OTDR testing

Bidirectional testing

CD/PMD testing

Fusion splicing

Fiber repair

Fiber end-face inspection

MS Word

MS Excel

Documentation

Communication

Field travel

ISP/OSP networks

Tools

OTDR equipment

Power meter

Fusion splicer

Fiber cleaver

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
• Travel to customer sites for testing, troubleshooting, and remediation activities

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.

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