OSP Engineer II - Decommissioning

OSP Engineer II – Decommissioning | 100% Remote

This is a 100% remote contract opportunity with a leading telecommunications organization supporting Outside Plant (OSP) engineering and network decommissioning initiatives. The role focuses on TIRKS, Telcordia systems, OSP electronics, FTTP, and TDM switch retirement, with candidates in the Northeast preferred but not required. The position is scheduled for 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST.

This is an opportunity for an experienced OSP Engineer to work on critical network modernization and switch retirement projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong OSP and TIRKS experience, along with Telcordia experience. You’ll manage multiple projects, work through a structured 21-step process, and gain hands-on exposure to OSP equipment and systems supporting the retirement of legacy TDM infrastructure—all while working remotely.

Contract Duration: 12 – 30 Months

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong Outside Plant (OSP) engineering experience
• TIRKS experience is required
• Experience supporting OSP operations and systems
• Experience working with OSP electronics connected to central offices
• Experience with TDM switch decommissioning or retirement
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment

Desired Skills & Experience

• Telcordia experience
• Experience with Telcordia systems such as:
• • LFACS
  • LEIS
  • TIRKS
• MicroStation experience
• CAD experience
• GIS experience
• FTTP/FTTH experience
• Experience with telecom network/equipment retirement or decommissioning projects
• Strong drafting and documentation skills

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 30% TIRKS / Telcordia Systems
• 25% OSP Engineering & Electronics
• 20% Switch Decommissioning / Retirement
• 15% Microsoft Office / Data Analysis
• 10% CAD / MicroStation / GIS

Daily Responsibilities

• 40% Hands-On Engineering & Analysis
• • Analyze OSP equipment and network information
  • Work with TIRKS and related systems
  • Support TDM switch retirement and associated OSP equipment decommissioning
• 30% Process & Project Management
• • Manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Follow and execute the established 21-step decommissioning process
  • Track project activities and ensure required documentation is completed
• 30% Team Collaboration & Documentation
• • Coordinate with engineering and network teams
  • Review and update technical records
  • Perform spreadsheet-based analysis and reporting
  • Communicate project status and requirements

We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!

• What you didn’t know about us:
• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
• Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

• We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

• We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

• We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
• Kelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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• You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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