Cellular Engineer

Inuplands; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Cellular Engineer to support the Expeditionary Electronic Warfare Division at NSWC Crane. The role covers the design, development, integration, testing, and evaluation of cellular and wireless capabilities, working on 3G, LTE, and 5G protocols with C, C++, and Python.

You will perform structured test plans in lab and field environments, contribute to test automation, and collaborate with government and contractor teams. U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in software engineering, networks, wireless communications, or test & evaluation.
• Experience with cellular protocols and standards including 3G, LTE, and 5G.
• Strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python.
• Experience developing, executing, or supporting structured test activities in lab or field environments.
• Understanding of wireless protocol fundamentals, device behavior, vulnerabilities, and performance characteristics.
• Ability to analyze technical data and clearly document findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, integration, testing, and evaluation of cellular/wireless capabilities for government R&D and testing activities.
• Develop and assess cellular protocol implementations across 3G, LTE, and 5G environments.
• Perform software engineering activities including design, coding, integration, debugging, and maintenance using C, C++, and Python.
• Develop, execute, and refine test plans, procedures, and protocols for lab, simulated, OTA, and field test events.
• Support test and evaluation activities through preparation, execution, data collection, reduction, analysis, reporting, and briefing development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, RF analysis, modeling, and test infrastructure.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Wireless protocols

3G LTE 5G

Test & evaluation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git

Test frameworks

Job description

Cellular Engineer

Job ID: 2615354 Location: Crane, IN, United States Date Posted: Aug 7, 2026 Category: Information Technology Subcategory: Network Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 25% of the time Minimum Clearance Required: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Potential for Remote Work: On-Site

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Cellular Engineer to support the Expeditionary Electronic Warfare Division at NSWC Crane. This position supports the design, development, integration, testing, and evaluation of cellular and wireless communication capabilities under the JCREW program. The selected candidate will analyze and develop cellular protocol implementations across 3G, LTE, and 5G environments. Additionally, this role involves performing software engineering using C, C++, and Python, executing structured test plans in laboratory or field environments, and contributing to test automation efforts.

Job Responsibilities:

Support the design, development, integration, testing, and evaluation of cellular and wireless communication capabilities in support of Government research, development, and test activities.

Develop and assess cellular protocol implementations across 3G, LTE, and 5G environments.

Perform software engineering activities including design, coding, integration, debugging, and maintenance using C, C++, and Python.

Develop, execute, and refine test plans, procedures, and protocols for laboratory, simulated, over-the-air, and field test events.

Support test and evaluation activities through test preparation, execution, data collection, data reduction, analysis, reporting, and briefing development.

Evaluate protocol behavior, vulnerabilities, quality of service characteristics, device performance, and implementation tradeoffs across wireless systems.

Support software unit, integration, and system-level testing, including regression testing, requirements traceability, and verification and validation activities.

Contribute to test automation efforts that improve consistency, repeatability, rigor, and efficiency of test events.

Analyze system and test data and develop technical recommendations to improve performance, reliability, and mission effectiveness.

Prepare technical reports, test documentation, briefing materials, and other work products required in support of customer objectives.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary Government and contractor teams supporting engineering, software, RF analysis, modeling and simulation, and test infrastructure efforts.

Support work in secure and classified environments and travel as required to support customer test events and mission needs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

3+ years of related professional experience in software engineering, computer networks, wireless communications, protocol development, or test and evaluation.

Experience with cellular protocols and standards including 3G, LTE, and 5G.

Strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python.

Experience developing, executing, or supporting structured test activities in laboratory or field environments.

Understanding of wireless protocol fundamentals, device behavior, vulnerabilities, and performance characteristics.

Ability to analyze technical data and clearly document findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple technical teams.

Highly motivated, self-directed, and detail-oriented with a strong commitment to mission execution.

U.S. Citizenship required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with wireless vulnerability analysis, protocol exploitation, or RF/cyber test environments.

Experience supporting DoD, Navy, EW, cyber, or spectrum-related programs.

Familiarity with software-based test infrastructure, automated test frameworks, and Git-based development workflows.

Experience with verification and validation, requirements traceability, and formal test reporting.

Experience supporting over-the-air, lab, or field-based wireless testing.

Familiarity with RF analysis tools, signal assessment, signal generation, or software-defined radio environments.

Ability to support tasking in higher-classification environments, including TS/SCI-eligible efforts, as required by assignment.

Education Level: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, related discipline.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.