OSP Engineer II

Job Posting Title: Telecommunications Special Construction Project Manager/ Network Planning Engineering - Cleared Contractor - L3 Duration: 12 Months (Possible Fulltime) Location: Melbourne, FL Description: L3Harris is seeking a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Network Planning Engineer supporting the FAA/FTI program. As a Network Planning Engineer, the candidate will support the design, implementation, and optimization of communication network solutions. The candidate will collaborate with internal and external teams, and work independently on special projects, including developing network designs based on emerging customer requirements. Other tasks include negotiating commercial vendor products, developing procedures for implementing new network designs, and managing small to large network projects. Job Description: Manages telecommunications special construction projects resulting from customer requests for quotes (RFP’s) or telecommunication access solution orders that result in non-recurring construction scope and/or cost Builds and maintains relationships with carrier POC’s responsible for implementing construction projects Maintains all electronic data and critical project documentation and as-builts Creates and provides metrics/performance data and for use in program management reviews Schedules project kickoff meeting with all parties responsible for implementation Provides daily support to implementation team and ensures vendors are communicating effectively with all internal and external stakeholders Proven working experience in civil construction management Advanced knowledge of civil construction management processes, means and methods Expert knowledge of civil telecommunications specific products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards Technical Skills: Understanding of Telecommunications Carrier LEC/CLEC & IXC connectivity and infrastructure o Knowledge of telecommunications carrier ordering systems and processes o Knowledge of Transport/Access equipment installation, test & turnup including new installs, additions, removals, provisioning and turnup of systems o Knowledge of Telecommunications support systems (E.g. Access Cabling infrastructure, DC Power plants/Battery systems, etc.) including installation, test & turnup, additions, replacements and removals o Knowledge of civil engineering projects including public right of way permitting Other Skills/Abilities: Strong attention to detail Ability to plan and see the “big picture” Competent in conflict and crisis management Leadership and human resources management skills Excellent time and project management skills Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Competent soft or people management skills General budget or cost management Ability to influence without having direct or indirect organizational control Proficient computer and software utilization skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Power Point, etc.) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Civil, Telecommunications Engineering Technology or Information Systems with Network Focus preferred Minimum of 10 years of telecommunications engineering design experience, knowledge of carrier ordering systems and processes with three to five years project management and/or people management experience preferred Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: Up to $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: telecomm construction: 3 years (Preferred) Telecommunications Carrier LEC/CLEC & IXC connectivity: 3 years (Preferred) telecommunications: 10 years (Preferred) Work Location: On the road