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Outside Plant Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

Outside Plant Engineer \n \n Base Salary: $70,400 to $110,000 annually DOE \n Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending account, paid sick leave and paid time off, parental leave ...

Outside Plant Engineer \n \n \n \n \n \n Base Salary: $63,400 to $99,000 annually DOE \n \n \n Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending account, paid sick leave and paid time off ...

Outside Plant Engineer \n \n \n \n Base Salary: $63,400 to $99,000 annually DOE \n \n Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending account, paid sick leave and paid time off, parental ...

The OSP Engineer provides Outside Plant Network Engineering support for all aspects of outside plant initiatives. The position will be responsible for fiber optic plant and deployments including ...

Outside Plant Engineer

Everett, WA · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

Outside Plant Engineer \n \n Base Salary: $70,400 to $110,000 annually DOE \n Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending account, paid sick leave and paid time off, parental leave ...

The primary function of the Outside Plant Engineer Specialist II is to plan and prepare drawings for construction of new, and removal or rearrangement of existing, overhead, surface-mounted, or ...

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Category Engineering Open Date 10/27/2025 Close Date Created By Mark Griffin Description As a Telecommunications Outside Plant Engineer, you will be responsible for performing telco loop design ...

Communications Outside Plant (OSP) engineering experience. Computer skills, including Email-Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access. Maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities.

Communications Outside Plant (OSP) engineering experience. Computer skills, including Email-Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access. Maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities.

Overview We are seeking an Outside Plant Technician to join our team supporting DISA JSP ETM in Arlington, VA. TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of ...

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How much do outside plant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for outside plant in the United States is $26.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an outside plant technician?

An Outside Plant (OSP) technician is a professional responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure that exists outside of buildings. This includes laying and splicing fiber optic cables, managing copper wire networks, and ensuring connectivity for internet, phone, and television services. OSP technicians work outdoors, often in various weather conditions, to ensure reliable network services for residential and commercial customers.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an outside plant technician?

Outside Plant Technicians typically spend their days installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications cables and equipment outside of central offices—often working outdoors in various weather conditions. This includes tasks like splicing fiber optic or copper cables, conducting site surveys, troubleshooting service issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The role often requires collaborating closely with field engineers, construction crews, and network planners to complete projects efficiently and minimize service disruptions. Daily work may also involve driving between job sites and keeping detailed records of work performed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an outside plant technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Outside Plant Technician, you need a solid understanding of telecommunications infrastructure, cabling installation, splicing, and troubleshooting, typically supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with fiber optic and copper cabling tools, GIS mapping systems, and safety certifications like OSHA are essential. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top technicians apart in coordinating with teams and responding to field challenges. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring reliable network performance and safety in dynamic outdoor environments.

What is the difference between Outside Plant vs Cable Splicer?

AspectOutside PlantCable Splicer
CertificationsFiber optic and telecommunications certificationsFiber optic and telecommunications certifications
Work EnvironmentFieldwork outdoors, installing and maintaining infrastructureFieldwork outdoors, splicing and repairing cables
Employer & IndustryTelecom, cable providers, utility companiesTelecom, cable providers, utility companies

Outside Plant workers focus on installing, maintaining, and repairing the physical infrastructure of telecommunications networks outdoors. Cable Splicers specialize in connecting and repairing fiber optic or cable lines through splicing. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in the same environments, but their specific tasks differ within the telecommunications infrastructure.

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Infographic showing various Outside Plant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,711 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Outside Plant Engineer

Arlington, VA • On-site

General Dynamics Information Technology
IT Services • 10K+ employees

$41.68 - $56.40/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

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REQ#: RQ224475Public Trust: None Requisition Type: Regular Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Outside Plant Engineer
Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Outside Plant Engineer for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.


The Outside Plant Engineer supports missioncritical DoD telecommunications infrastructure across the Pentagon, Mark Center, and the National Capital Region. This role focuses on planning, maintaining, documenting, and repairing Outside Plant pathways and cabling systems to ensure reliable, standardscompliant operations. The position requires fulltime onsite support and offers high visibility within a secure, fastpaced environment. As an Outside Plant Engineer, you will:

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

Maintain and repair Outside Plant cable infrastructure, including MH/HH, conduit, copper, coax, and fiber systems
Conduct site surveys, produce weekly reports, and develop maintenance plans
Ensure compliance with JSP, TIA/EIA 568A/B, ANSI/TIA758, and industry best practices
Perform 24/7/365 break/fix support for Outside Plant systems within JSP purview
Plan Outside Plant pathways for Federal and Local Government agencies
Support configuration management and maintain accurate OSP data and documentation for NCR facilities

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED
Clearance: Active Top-Secret clearance (SCI eligible)
Education/Experience: Associates degree & 3+ years of Outside Plant infrastructure experience (will consider other combinations of education and experience that equals 5 yrs)
Technical Skills: Knowledge of BICSI standards, NEC, IEEE, EIA, and TIA codes; Understanding of Structured Cabling Systems;

Experience with fusion and mechanical fiber splicing;

Proficiency with OTDR testing, Visio, and AutoCAD

Role Requirements: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.; stand for long periods. Ability to conduct site walks on active construction sites;

Strong communication, problemsolving, and customer service skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BICSI RCDD certification
BICSI OSP Designer certification

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

Work Requirements
Years of Experience

3 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification
Travel Required

25-50%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $41.68 - $56.40. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.

Our Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

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GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Its 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. The company operates across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber, and application development.

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Falls Church, VA, US