Telecommunications Engineer (RCDD)

TEKsystems; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

TEKsystems in Laurel, MD is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer to support DoD contracts and expand capabilities. This contract-to-hire role focuses on PDS assessment, DoD compliance, network design, and coordinating site scheduling and teams.

You will lead project reviews, work withContracts and facilities, perform pre-construction checks, and ensure secure, compliant IT infrastructure for both unclassified and classified environments.

Qualifications

• BICSI certification or equivalent experience required.
• RCDD certification or extensive design experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in high-speed network cabling and IT facilities design.
• Revit experience is required for modeling and layouts.
• Familiarity with DoD standards related to IT infrastructure.
• Security clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of PDS and IT infrastructure for DoD contracts.
• Assess conduit pathways and ensure compliance with DoD requirements.
• Gather IT infrastructure requirements (pathways, spaces, cable, power, cooling).
• Prepare floor plans, rack elevations, SOWs, budgets and schedules.
• Present designs to team and customers; coordinate with contracts and facilities.
• Perform pre-construction reviews, QC checks, and site inspections.
• Coordinate construction and implementation for unclassified and classified networks.
• Schedule site surveys, security escorts, and customer inspections.

Skills

BICSI

RCDD

5+ years experience

Revit

DoD standards

Security clearance

Job description

Description

This client is a national commercial and federal systems integrator. Due to the growth of DOD contracts, they are looking for a Telecommunications Network Engineer to help continually grow and support these contracts. The Telecommunications Network Engineer will include but not be limited to PDS (Protected Distribution Systems) assessment, DOD compliance, network design, quality control, site scheduling/coordination, team lead, and internal IT team coordination.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• The Telecommunications Network Engineer will include but not be limited to PDS assessment, DOD compliance, network design, quality control, site scheduling/ coordination, team lead, and internal IT team coordination.
• Assess existing PDS conduit pathways and make determinations to ensure they are compliant with current DoD requirements.
• Assess, identify, and collect IT infrastructure requirements (pathways, spaces, cable, power, cooling, etc...) to support existing and new PDS installation requests.
• Prepare floor plans, rack elevations, installation specifications, statement of work, budgetary cost estimates, schedules, and other design documents.
• Present and review designs with the team and your customers.
• Work with our Contracts, Plant Facilities, and onsite installation partners to implement your designs.
• Conduct pre-construction design reviews, quality control checks, and post-construction code compliance inspections.
• Coordinate the construction and implementation of telecommunications and technology systems that support our unclassified and classified network environments.
• Coordinate site surveys, schedules, security escorts, and inspections with our customers and operation partners.
• Collaborate with internal design team to identify projects to improve our infrastructure and services.
• Periodically coordinate and assist internal IT teams and staff with day-to-day operations as assigned or needed to complete projects you are directly leading.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI)
• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD).
• 5+ years of experience designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining high-speed network cabling systems and IT facilities.
• Must have Revit experience
• RCDD
• Security Clearance is preferred
• 1-2 years' experience with Department of Defense (DoD) standards pertaining to the design and installation of IT infrastructure to support Protected Distribution Systems (PDS) preferred

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Laurel, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $72.11/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Laurel,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
• Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.