OSP Fiber Designer/GIS Specialist - FTTH Drafter
About the Opportunity We are seeking experienced FTTH Fiber Designers to support a large-scale, federally funded rural fiber expansion program. This is one of the largest fiber infrastructure initiatives in the company’s history, with aggressive build timelines and strong production expectations. This is a production-focused design role ideal for experienced fiber professionals who can ramp quickly and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Receive completed designs and field redlines Update and correct network designs Incorporate construction redlines Create as-built documentation Perform design corrections and adjustments Run ETL/validation processes Review for critical errors before submitting downstream Maintain GIS records and database accuracy Utilize ArcGIS Pro (Arc Pro) for fiber network design and mapping Follow established engineering and design standards Collaborate with Senior Engineers on assigned territories Transition to independent design production within 4–6 weeks
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of direct FTTH design experience or Telecom GIS (fiber-to-the-home required)
- Hands-on experience using ArcGIS Pro
- Strong understanding of outside plant (OSP) fiber network design
- Experience meeting production-based design metrics
- Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment
- Must provide home office equipment (laptop, dual monitors, reliable high-speed internet)
Preferred Experience
- Rural broadband expansion projects (RDOF, BEAD, or similar federally funded programs)
- ISP or telecom engineering firm background
- Experience supporting large-scale fiber builds
What This Role Is Not This position is not suited for:
- HFC-only designers
- Dark fiber/transport-only designers
- Entry-level or junior designers needing extensive training
- CAD-only backgrounds without GIS experience
Work Environment
- 100% Remote (any U.S. time zone)
- 40 hours per week
- Fast interview process
- Immediate hiring need
Why Apply?
- Work on one of the largest rural fiber expansion programs in the U.S.
- Join a high-performing engineering team
- Competitive contract compensation
- Fully remote flexibility
If you are an experienced FTTH designer who thrives in a production-driven environment and can ramp quickly, we encourage you to apply today. Remote Skills: ArcGIS, Broadband, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Design Services, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC), Internet Service Providers, Laptop PC, Metrics, Network Design, Office Equipment, Production Systems Broadstaff Apply To This Job