Fiber Network Engineer (Nokia PON) - Contract

Fiber Network Engineer (Nokia PON) - Contract Aspen Fiber Networks Houston, TX Job Details Contract 1 day ago Benefits Work from home Qualifications CCNA Firmware Equipment troubleshooting Mid-level System maintenance VLAN Networking hardware installation Telecommunication Network performance optimization Network routing Technical troubleshooting support Network infrastructure management

Full Job Description Overview:

Aspen Fiber Networks is seeking an experienced Nokia PON Specialist to support the deployment, optimization, and maintenance of our fiber network infrastructure. This is a contractor role for a hands-on professional who understands Nokia PON systems end-to-end and can execute high-quality field and network work with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

Deploy, configure, and maintain Nokia PON (GPON/XGS-PON) systems , including OLTs and ONTs Provision and troubleshoot subscriber routers and gateway equipment Perform turn-ups, testing, and validation of fiber circuits and customer connections Diagnose and resolve network performance issues across access and last-mile infrastructure Conduct routine maintenance, firmware upgrades, and system optimizations Work with OSP and ISP teams to ensure proper integration of fiber infrastructure Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, installs, and network changes Support emergency troubleshooting and outage response as needed

Requirements Required Qualifications:

Proven experience with Nokia PON platforms (e.g., ISAM FX, Altiplano, or similar) Strong understanding of

GPON / XGS-PON

architecture and provisioning workflows Hands-on experience deploying and configuring routers (residential and business class) Solid knowledge of IP networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, DHCP, PPPoE, routing basics)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with ISPs or fiber overbuilders Certifications in networking (e.g., CCNA, Nokia certifications) Experience working in master-planned communities or large-scale fiber deployments Benefits 100% Work from Home