Optical Engineer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

• The Optical Engineer III will help monitor the network and troubleshoot network issues, and ensure we are able to provide guaranteed performance and capacity to our products.
• Scope: Engineers, commissions, and validates backbone optical transport systems for new builds and capacity augmentation projects
• Evaluates optical performance using field measurements and network management system data (OSNR, span loss, BER, optical power levels)
• Coordinates with field technicians, vendors, and internal cross-functional teams to deploy and integrate optical systems on backbone networks
• Deploys, configures, commissions, and tests DWDM, ROADM, and optical amplification systems across backbone infrastructure
• Develops, reviews, and executes Methods of Procedure (MOPs) for optical circuit turn-ups, maintenance activities, and network changes
• Performs remote turn-up and acceptance testing of optical circuits, including power balancing, channel provisioning, and end-to-end validation
• Conducts new build engineering activities including fiber acceptance, span loss verification, optical line system commissioning, and as-built documentation
• Supports optical equipment specification, vendor engagement, and RMA processes
• Other duties as required

• Monitor Optical Long Haul and Metro networks and troubleshoot a variety of issues in a timely manner.
• Perform fault isolation based on the troubleshooting outcome.
• Coordinate with smart hands and optical equipment manufacturers to resolve issues and restore service.
• Work cross-functionally and cross-regionally with other optical and network operational support teams.
• Partner with and escalation to, various internal teams in pursuant of restoring service and limiting impact.
• Manage and escalation critical events while communicating clearly and concisely.
• Document and optimize operational processes and procedures.
• Contribute to the creation of monitors, alerts, dashboards and metrics to drive continuous improvements.
• Identify areas for automation and create or participate in the solution with scripting or coding skills.
• Support deployment, and move, add, change teams.
• Partner with audit teams to ensure accurate inventory and documentation.
• Document and follow RMA processes and procedures for all relevant vendors.
• Detect and diagnose various error/failure conditions across an array of server types.
• Other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 5 to 8 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Experience working with geometrical and physical optics, radiometry and lens design
• Understanding of optical design and tolerance analysis
• Deep understanding of stray light analysis and non-sequential ray trace tools
• Knowledge about building and testing optical systems
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Experience with laser systems
• Experience with CAD software such as
• Understanding of design for manufacturing and/or assembly

• Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing
• Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment
• Must be able to use a computer
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively
• Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Salary Range$85,120.00 - $134,400.00 USD (Salary)

Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit.

Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.

• Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
• Dental provided through UHC
• Nationwide Vision provided by UHC
• Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care
• Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)
• Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera
• Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Days
• 401k Plan
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)
• Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)
• Paid Holidays
• Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law