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Telecommunications Specialist-FE Senior/Expert
part-timeUnited States$110k - $115k

Summary

Location

United States

Salary

$110k - $115k

Type

part-time

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About this role

The candidate will be responsible for the management, operation and maintenance (O&M) of the Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) which will include:

Description/Scope of Services:

Telephones - in residences, temporary quarters and select office building

Cameras - deployed at various site locations

Network Services at Public Works pump stations

A/V department video streams to all office buildings

Internet connectivity

Network services for shoreline radar detection

GPON O&M Support includes:

· Ensure telephone services (including 911 services), Internet, and the security camera network remains operational

· Troubleshoot and install necessary software patches and updates

· Submit Incident reports (CDRL 004)

· Log in to software application (Panorama) to identify any error messages that impact the operational stability of the system

· Regular checking of the operational status of single-boards and documenting of any abnormal states

· Perform necessary maintenance on the system according to the alarms to prevent failures to card/boards.

· Verify the uplink interface of the GPON system and the status of the PON port

· Splitter maintenance: regularly test and record the redundant ports of splitters, and mark the problematic ports

· Troubleshoot and replaced defective ONTs (Optical Network Terminal)

· Provision network changes using the Panorama software\update the systems Oracle password quarterly

· Regular updating of the systems Oracle password

· Initiate Tellabs TAC support request

· Provide RMA support for defective Tellabs equipment

· Provide on-call support response/restoral support (after hours, weekends and holidays) for user/network service outages or request

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

Prior experience with installing network cabling, IT equipment

· Tellabs GPON Tellabs Operations, Provisioning and Maintenance certification

· Able to lift equipment up to 50 pounds

· Must pay attention to detail and always remain alert.

· Must be able to maintain regular, reliable attendance and ensure on time daily arrival.

Clearance Required:

TS/SCI w Full Scope Poly

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience:

3 - 5 years progressive and relevant experience

Required Certifications:

Tellabs Training

Preferred Qualifications:

· Advanced knowledge of the customer and the inner workings of the organization.

· Proficiency in the use of MS Office product suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SharePoint)

· Able to lift or support Televisions/Projectors with a team up 250 pounds

· Knowledge of video grid pulls and terminations of RCA, RG6 & BNCs.

· Knowledge of and/or prior experience in the set up and build of video racks along with proper cable management techniques.

· Experience or knowledge in troubleshooting of AV, speakers, mics, cameras, racks, terminations, codecs and Polycom’s.

· Prior experience with the installation, troubleshooting and/or the de-installation of a Custom VTC and or DVTC packages.

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Compensation Details:

$110,000 - $115,000

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

01/21/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Other facts

Tech stack
Telecommunications,Network Services,Troubleshooting,Installation,Maintenance,Tellabs GPON,Software Updates,Incident Reporting,Oracle,AV Systems,Video Streaming,Security Cameras,Network Cabling,Attention to Detail,Customer Service,Technical Support

About Amentum

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • The candidate will manage, operate, and maintain the Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON), ensuring the operational stability of telephone services, internet connectivity, and security camera networks. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, software updates, and providing on-call support for network service outages.

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What does a Telecommunications Specialist-FE Senior/Expert do at Amentum?

As a Telecommunications Specialist-FE Senior/Expert at Amentum, you will: the candidate will manage, operate, and maintain the Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON), ensuring the operational stability of telephone services, internet connectivity, and security camera networks. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, software updates, and providing on-call support for network service outages..

Why join Amentum as a Telecommunications Specialist-FE Senior/Expert?

Amentum is a leading Defense and Space Manufacturing company. The Telecommunications Specialist-FE Senior/Expert role offers competitive compensation.

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