Senior Engineer - Public Sector

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today.

The Role

Lumen is looking for a Senior Engineer that can bring precision, clarity, and an ability to translate complex engineering processes into comprehensive, actionable documentation.

This role involves extensive inside plant activities, requiring hands-on expertise in high-performance network systems. Responsibilities include performing site surveys to assess infrastructure readiness; installing, provisioning, and commissioning equipment; and executing turnup and testing of advanced networking technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical knowledge of DWDM systems, Packet Optical Transport Networks (OTN), SONET architecture, and router environments. Success in this role requires a combination of sharp analytical judgment, strong documentation habits, precision, and practical engineering experience within compliance-driven federal programs

The Main Responsibilities

•Develop diagrams, schematics, and equipment layouts using tools such as Microsoft Visio

•Perform detailed site surveys to evaluate infrastructure conditions and project feasibility

•Produce Engineering Design Packages (EDPs) for inside plant (ISP) installations, ensuring alignment with Lumen’s technical proposal standards and federal requirements

•Ensure documents are updated post-deployment and reflect “as-built” conditions

•Collaborate with federal stakeholders, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to translate mission requirements into technical solutions

•Conduct comprehensive testing of DS-3, OC-3, OC-12, OC-48, and OC-192 circuits using Bit Error Rate Testers (BERTs), Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs), Optical Power Meters, and other precision optical test equipment

•Ability to execute turnup and testing of DWDM systems, Packet Optical Transport Networks (OTN), SONET platforms, and high-performance router networks

•Owns outcomes for high-impact and multifaceted projects and is routinely entrusted with pivotal decision-making responsibilities

What We Look For in a Candidate

•US Citizenship required.

•Eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance up to Top Secret (TS) level

•Applicants selected will undergo a government security investigation to determine initial clearance eligibility

Physical Requirements

•Ability to work in both office and field environments, including potential exposure to varying weather conditions

•Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and operating computers may be required

•Must be capable of lifting and carrying equipment up to 75lbs.

•Must be able to wear PPE gear associated to OSP and ISP work per standards

Education and Experience

•Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience (8+ years in telecommunications operations & maintenance, installation, and engineering)

•Willingness to travel up to 75% across the continental U.S.

•Valid driver’s license and ability to pass federal security screening

•Skilled in creating and revising Engineering Design Plans (EDPs) and As-Built drawings

•Strong understanding of telecommunications installation standards

•Experienced in using telecommunications test equipment, with comprehensive knowledge of testing operations, procedures, and best practices

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$84,629 - $112,838 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY

$88,860 - $118,480 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI

$93,092 - $124,122 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

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Life at Lumen

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