OSP Engineer II
Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07175, USA
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Engineering
Telecoms Engineering, Systems Engineer
100% Remote (Northeast candidates preferred, but not required)
Work Schedule7:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced OSP Engineer II to support large-scale network decommissioning initiatives within a telecommunications environment. This role will focus on the retirement of legacy switching infrastructure and associated Outside Plant (OSP) electronic equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong OSP experience, extensive knowledge of TIRKS
, and familiarity with legacy telecom inventory and circuit management systems.
This is a fully remote position requiring strong analytical, organizational, and project coordination skills. The engineer will manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring accurate record updates, inventory reconciliation, and network decommissioning activities.
Key Responsibilities- Support network and switch decommissioning projects involving OSP electronic equipment connected to legacy TDM switching environments.
- Manage and execute decommissioning activities through established operational processes and workflows.
- Perform circuit inventory analysis, records validation, and database updates.
- Utilize TIRKS and related telecom operational support systems to identify, analyze, and update network records.
- Coordinate multiple projects and priorities while meeting project timelines and quality objectives.
- Analyze engineering and operational data using spreadsheets and reporting tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful retirement of network assets.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records throughout the project lifecycle.
- Work in a highly detail-oriented environment with extensive computer-based analysis and documentation.
- 5+ years of OSP engineering, telecommunications engineering, or network operations experience.
- Strong hands‑on experience with TIRKS (required).
- Experience supporting telecom infrastructure, network inventory, and circuit record systems.
- Knowledge of network decommissioning, switch retirement, or OSP operations.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Experience with telecom inventory and engineering systems such as:
- TIRKS
- LFACS
- LEIS
- Switch-related inventory systems
- Experience with FTTP or fiber network environments.
- Familiarity with Micro Station or other CAD platforms.
- GIS experience is a plus.
- Prior experience supporting large telecommunications providers is highly desirable.
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