5G Wireless System Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Maryland; On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton invites a 5G Wireless System Engineer to advance research, development, and security in next-generation mobile networks. You will join a team of researchers and telecom experts, deploying and maintaining lab environments for testing and development.

The role requires a strong background in LTE/5G concepts, DSP tools, and security analysis, with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Remote/work model varies by assignment; full-time commitments are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field; 4+ years of mobile telecom experience required, or 8+ years in lieu of degree.
• Experience with virtual machines, containers, and security analysis of such systems.
• Familiarity with DSP tools like GNU Radio or Matlab and Software Defined Radio.
• Experience with radio test equipment and understanding of radio architectures.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of researchers, developers, and telecommunications experts.
• Set up and maintain telecom lab environments for testing and development.
• Troubleshoot UE network connection and registration via logs and packet captures.
• Configure wireless systems using RF hardware and software; diagnose issues in L1–L3.
• Perform vulnerability research; generate reports and contribute to security designs.
• Advise on cybersecurity frameworks and vulnerability projects.

Skills

VMs & containers

DSP / GNU Radio / Matlab

Radio test equipment

Telecom protocol layers 1-3

Secret clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

8+ years mobile telecom experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenStack

Virtualization

Job description

5G Wireless System Engineer

Are you driven by relentless curiosity and a passion for learning? Does the future of technology and innovation excite you? Elevate your expertise in telecommunications by joining Booz Allen’s cutting-edge 5G team! We are seeking innovative professionals who are ready to utilize advanced tools and methodologies to enhance the performance and security of next-generation mobile technology. Be a part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of 5G wireless systems.

What You’ll Work On

• Work collaboratively with a team of researchers, developers, and telecommunications experts.
• Deploy and maintain small and large-scale telecom lab environments for testing and development.
• Troubleshoot UE network connection and registration issues via cellular network logs, Wireshark, and QXDM or UE logs.
• Configure and troubleshoot wireless communications systems using various RF hardware and software such as a spectrum analyzer, Software Defined Radio, and Wireshark to diagnose issues in layers 1-3.
• Perform vulnerability research, generate reports and brief findings, and contribute to the design of security solutions for mobile telecommunications systems.
• Leverage comprehension of telecommunications networks, next-generation networking concepts, and protocol analysis to aid in vulnerability and security analysis.
• Apply knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, methodologies, and skill sets to consult with team members, clients, and leadership on vulnerability projects.

You Have:

• Experience with virtual machines and containers to perform tasks such as deployment or performing security analysis of said systems.
• Experience with DSP, including GNU Radio or Matlab, and Software Defined Radio.
• Experience with radio test equipment.
• Knowledge of layers 1-3 telecommunication protocols, architecture, and processes, including air interface protocols and specifications.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 4+ years of experience with mobile telecommunications, or 8+ years of experience with mobile telecommunications in lieu of a degree.

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with cloud or containerized technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, OpenStack, virtualization, or software-defined networking.
• Experience with SIM provisioning using tools such as Gemalto, Smartjac, or pySim.
• Experience with Link Budget Analysis.
• Experience with rooting or jailbreaking phones of any generation.
• Knowledge of programming or scripting languages.
• Ability to review and confirm telecommunication call flows and RF captures via Wireshark or internal network logs for cellular network infrastructure.
• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

About Booz Allen

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company. We build commercial-grade products and solutions for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Know Your Rights Poster Accommodations

Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, hiring, or employment process because of a disability, a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, or as otherwise required by applicable law should contact the Booz Allen Help Desk by calling 1-877-927-8278 or sending an email to [e-mail]. We will review requests on an individualized basis and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law.

Data Privacy

For more information on how Booz Allen uses your information, please see our Careers Privacy Policy.