Senior Mobile Network Engineer - Automation & 5G Reliability

Peraton

Herndon (VA)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 216,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Senior Mobile Network Engineer to join our team in Herndon, VA. You will support network operations, monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and develop automation to improve reliability.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in telecommunications, strong 2G-5G knowledge, and experience scripting with Python or Go. Clearances (TS/SCI) are required for this role, with opportunities to work on international roaming projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field.
5+ years in telecommunications or network operations.
Hands-on experience with mobile network technologies.
Strong knowledge of 2G-5G signaling, voice, SMS, data, and roaming.
Experience scripting with Python or Go and integrating APIs.
Familiarity with IMS, VAS platforms, core network elements, ITU-T/3GPP specs, GSMA recommendations, SS7/MAP and Diameter signaling.
Experience automating operational workflows including reporting, monitoring, alerting, remediation.
Must have a TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Run day-to-day operations relating to the mobile network including monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident response.
Write scripts to automate and improve manual, repetitive operations work including alerting, service checks, routine network tasks, etc.
Architect and build internal dashboards to monitor the network, performance, and KPI tracking.
Use custom automations and APIs to integrate network elements, monitoring systems, and alerting platforms.
Support international roaming operations, including IREG/TADIG testing, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Collaborate with network engineering, vendors, and other cross-functional teams to resolve issues and improve reliability.