NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company · 1 day ago
Data Center Optical Engineer /Field Services- Reston, VA
Reston, VA
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expNextGen | GTA is a leader in enterprise and cloud infrastructure, and they are seeking a Data Center Optical Engineer to support hyperscale data center operations. This role involves providing hands-on support for critical network and optical infrastructure, working with advanced optical transport systems in a fast-paced environment.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Performing break-fix support for optical and transport network equipment
Providing remote hands services per MOPs and engineering documentation
Installing, routing, labeling, terminating, and testing fiber and Ethernet cabling
Conducting optical testing and circuit turn-ups
Racking, stacking, and organizing data center equipment
Supporting decommissioning and secure hardware removal
Performing hardware replacements for network and IT equipment
Managing power systems including redundancy and ATS
Conducting site audits and documenting results
Overseeing third-party vendor activities on-site
Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to safety standards
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in data center operations or similar technical environments
Hands-on experience with break-fix, remote hands, and hardware replacement
Strong knowledge of optical and IP transport networks
Experience with fiber and Ethernet cabling (CAT5/6, single-mode, multi-mode, structured cable, RJ45, LC)
Experience executing Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and interpreting engineering documentation
Hands-on experience with optical testing tools (OTDR, optical power meter, stabilized light source, VFL)
Knowledge of AC and DC power systems, including redundancy and ATS
Ability to work shift schedules, including nights and weekends
Preferred
Team lead or senior technician experience
Experience working in hyperscale or large enterprise data centers
Experience testing 10G / 100G circuits using BERT, RFC2544, EtherSAM (Y.1564), iPerf
Familiarity with transport routers, switches, and servers
Experience overseeing third-party vendors on-site
Strong customer-facing communication skills
Familiarity with hyperscale systems, tools, and ticketing platforms
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation Time
Stock Options
Company
NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company
As part of KELLY’s SETT (Science, Engineering, Technology, and Telecom) Business Unit, we are committed to providing state-of-the-art digital infrastructure and telecom engineering solutions for legacy, 5G, and private networks.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Steven Edwards
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Rashid Iqbal
Executive Vice President & Chief Growth Officer
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