Optical Networking System Tester

We’re partnering with a leading Tier-1 Telecom provider in Richardson, TX seeking a hands-on Optical Networking Systems Tester to support lab and field optical validation. This is an exciting 12-month contract role offering the chance to work with multiple OEM platforms (Ciena, Cisco, Nokia, Fujitsu, Infinera) and gain deep exposure to DWDM and long-haul systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform optical performance and system-level testing in a lab environment.
• Validate DWDM/ROADM systems across Metro and Long-Haul networks.
• Operate and test multiple vendor platforms (Cisco, Nokia, Ciena, Fujitsu, Infinera).
• Execute alarm and system verification, mixing pluggable optics across OEMs.
• Document issues, test results, and resolutions for OEM escalation.

Required Skills

• 3 years of hands-on optical or telecom lab experience.
• Strong understanding of DWDM/SONET, optical power, and transceiver testing.
• Familiarity with Metro and Long-Haul optical systems.
• Experience with Cisco, Ciena, Nokia, Fujitsu, or Infinera equipment.
• Experience using optical test tools (OTDR, OSA, BERT, EXFO).

If you're interested in this position, apply with your updated resume!