Senior Wireless Network Engineer – DoD/Secret Clearance

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on systems engineering, design, analysis, and experimentation of wireless networks across multiple vendor platforms, including Cisco Meraki and Aruba.

You will conduct RF surveys, site heat maps, and ensure high-density Wi‑Fi performance for defense projects. The candidate should have 6+ years in large networks and 3–5 years in wireless tech, with strong skills in Cisco

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of experience in design, maintenance, and operation of medium to large networks.
• Three to five years specializing in wireless technologies.
• Experience on military networks is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing systems engineering, design, analysis, and experimentation of wireless networks.
• Evaluating the performance of MAC and higher layers of wireless networks.
• Researching, designing and implementing wireless networks and define applicable specifications.
• Make recommendations for wireless network optimization and upgrades to meet Government requirements.
• Conduct RF coverage, site surveys and provide heat maps for the area of responsibility.
• Provide responsive services including real-time network configuration control, restoration, quality control and performance standards.
• Manage networks with Network Performance Analysis, Cisco IOS Network Configuration, and Troubleshooting.

Skills

Wireless networking

RF surveying

Network performance analysis

Cisco devices

Security protocols

High-density Wi‑Fi

Network management

Communication skills

Tools

Cisco Works

Cisco Call Manager

Cisco Meeting Place

Cisco Router and Switches

HP OpenView

EIGRP

OSPF

Spanning Tree Protocol

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on systems engineering, design, analysis, and experimentation of wireless networks across multiple vendor platforms, including Cisco Meraki and Aruba.

You will conduct RF surveys, site heat maps, and ensure high-density Wi‑Fi performance for defense projects. The candidate should have 6+ years in large networks and 3–5 years in wireless tech, with strong skills in Cisco