Optical Network Engineer

Orion Innovation • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Orion Innovation is a premier, award-winning, global business and technology services firm. Orion delivers game-changing business transformation and product development rooted in digital strategy, experience design, and engineering, with a unique combination of agility, scale, and maturity. We work with a wide range of clients across many industries including financial services, professional services, telecommunications and media, consumer products, automotive, industrial automation, professional sports and entertainment, life sciences, ecommerce, and education. Seeking a highly experienced Optical Network Engineer to lead the evaluation and optimization of optical technologies across our next-generation transport networks. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the in-depth technical analysis of optical specifications, transmission performance, OSNR characteristics, and spectral shaping strategies.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of industry experience in optical networking, DWDM/ROADM, or photonics engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of optical transmission systems, signal analysis, and system-level performance metrics.
• Hands-on experience with optical test equipment, simulation tools, and vendor platforms.
• Strong understanding of ITU-T standards, OSNR, and spectral efficiency optimization.
• Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and vendor ecosystems.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate optical component specifications for compliance with industry standards and vendor documentation.
• Assess end-to-end transmission performance over complex DWDM and ROADM networks.
• Conduct detailed OSNR (Optical Signal-to-Noise Ratio) analysis and ensure alignment with design tolerances.
• Optimize spectral shaping to maximize bandwidth and signal integrity.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and vendors to influence the design and integration of optical technologies.
• Document findings, develop test plans, and support deployment decisions with data-driven recommendations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed