Principal Network Installation Technician, NIT 4

By Light Professional IT Services

. Plan and complete complex technical projects from survey and engineering through site implementation .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex technical projects, mentoring teams, and providing technical direction for system deployment and configuration. Proficient in managing project deliverables, ensuring quality assurance, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.

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Ciena 6500 Platform ExperienceRLS Platform ExperienceWaveserver Platform ExperienceActive Secret ClearanceProject Management

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Hard Skills

Technical Project PlanningField Installation SupportQuality Assurance InspectionsSite Survey TrainingComplex Report PreparationTelecom SkillsTelcordia TechniquesSite Safety ProceduresSystem ConfigurationEngineering Support

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam Coordination

Tools & Technologies

VISIOProject Management SoftwareLogistics Coordination ToolsField Service Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsField ServiceTechnical DocumentationSite ImplementationEngineering Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and complete complex technical projects from survey and engineering through site implementation
Lead, train, counsel, assess, and mentor Network Installation Technicians
Serve as a technical knowledge resource and company interface to customers
Communicate project status, mitigate risks, and resolve field issues
Work directly with Project Managers as the first line of communication for field installation teams
Recommend and assign personnel to projects with the Master Scheduler
Develop and assess field deliverables before submission to Project Managers
Help ensure production schedules are met or exceeded
Support employee objectives, performance assessments, annual reviews, and technical development
Assess employee skill levels and provide feedback to improve productivity
Contribute to procedural documentation and training for BER testing, platform configurations, deliverables, telecom skills, Telcordia techniques, safe power procedures, site safety, and industry practices
Train technicians on site surveys, detailed site survey reports, and specialized platforms including Ciena 6500, RLS, Waveserver, and Cisco DWDM
Prepare complex site reports, documents, diagrams, and VISIO drawings
Provide project design support with Engineering
Support joint Engineering-Field Service teams on high-priority field tasks
Provide onsite and remote technical direction for system deployment, configuration, commissioning, and testing
Monitor project and task issues and develop resolutions aligned with schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction goals
Provide onsite direction at the start of complex or large tasks
Serve as the point of contact for field-related issues
Establish remote support solutions for junior technicians
Conduct in-process and final quality assurance inspections
Coordinate equipment delivery issues, shortages, and additional supplies with Logistics and vendors
Assist with professional growth assessments, personnel evaluations, objectives, team realignment, and productivity improvements
Review Site Completion Reports and Daily Status Reports
Coordinate engineering and technical document updates
Participate in bi-weekly scheduling meetings and coordinate assignments, timelines, logistics, equipment, test sets, and travel arrangements

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years experience directly related to Ciena 6500 and/or RLS, Waveserver platforms
Previous experience leading an implementation team or teams
Active Secret clearance; or ability to obtain and maintain
Candidates may be based anywhere in the US
Must be open to at least 70% travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Wellness Program
401(k) Matching
Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Education & Training
Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)