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Senior Engineer - Federal

Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Up to $116,156/ year
Network Engineer
Actively hiring

Senior Engineer - Federal

Lumen Technologies
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Up to $116,156/ year
Network Engineer
Lumen Technologies
Actively hiring

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About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

 

The Senior Engineer will lead and participate in multiple team environments and to provide independent efforts to all aspects of system integration including design, needs analysis, design review, testing, implementation, and validation. As a highly technical and hands-on position, the Senior Engineer will be responsible for systems in support of Lumen’s Government and commercial managed security services platforms addressing .gov and critical infrastructure protection missions.

The Main Responsibilities

  • Conducts surveys to determine ISP build requirements for incorporation in proposals
  • Creates Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for ISP construction projects including labor estimates, material estimates, Other Direct Charges, Travel, etc
  • Directly interfaces with Government customers, vendors, subcontractors, and other company groups
  • Produces Engineering Design Packages (EDPs) or other documents for ISP installations
  • Designs, fabricates, modifies, and evaluates equipment and devices
  • Design site cable tray systems, cable paths and conveyances
  • Develop estimates for project schedules and budget
  • Assists with installation of metro and wide area network equipment
  • Provides engineering assistance for ISP and OSP installation teams
  • Coordinates subcontractors, materials, tools and equipment to complete projects on schedule and within budget
  • Understands and adheres to Federal, customer site and company policies and practices
  • Performs testing of DS-1, DS-3, SONET, and Optical Ethernet circuits using Bit Error Rate Testers, OTDRs, Optical Powers Meters and other optical test equipment
  • Updates network drawings using AUTOCAD, MS Visio and other software-based applications
  • Position requires moderate travel

What We Look For in a Candidate

  • Experience with SONET, DWDM, Ethernet equipment and networks required
  • Knowledge of Lucent, Ciena/Nortel, Infinera, and Cisco equipment desirable
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related field or equivalent experience
  • At least five years applicable systems engineering and installation experience
  • TS/SCI is required         
  • Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information (Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation.)
  • US Citizenship required

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
Location Based Pay Ranges


$87,117 - $116,156 in these states: CO  

 

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

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