Telecommunications Planner

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Planner II to lead network grooming operations and manage the decommissioning of network elements.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the decommissioning of Coriant 7100 network elements post-migration to the Ciena NGO platform
• Identify and recover high-value optical modules and card components for reuse or inventory optimization
• Maintain comprehensive records of grooming activities and collaborate with engineering and operations teams

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 3-5 years of experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning
• Proven expertise in network grooming, decommissioning, and optical component handling
• Strong understanding of DWDM, SONET/SDH, and Ethernet transport technologies
• Experience with analytical and data interpretation skills