Wireless Network Engineer

Science Applications International Corp.; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) seeks a Wireless Network Engineer to design, integrate, and support enterprise wireless LAN/WAN over OSP/FTTx networks, and to engineer GPON solutions for Marine Corps installations.

The candidate will sit at our customer site in Stafford, VA. Responsibilities include planning, designing, implementing, and optimizing wireless networks; developing test plans and migration procedures; providing high-availability LAN/WAN support and mentoring staff as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• SME-level Wireless LAN expertise with knowledge up to Wi-Fi 7 and Layer 2/3.
• Experience with Cisco wireless site surveys, design, and implementation; RF testing and WiFi/WAN/LAN knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, implement, and optimize wireless LAN integrated with GPON.
• Develop engineering drawings, test plans/procedures, and cutover/migration documentation.
• Provide operational support for large-scale, high-availability wireless deployments; troubleshoot LAN/WAN/wireless issues.
• Conduct feasibility analyses; execute tests, log defects, verify fixes, and contribute to test strategies.
• Perform site audits; ensure network compatibility and recommend remediation.
• Create functional designs, deployment procedures, and operational processes; lead technical efforts and mentor staff.

Skills

Wireless LAN

GPON

Cisco design & surveys

RF design/propagation

SIP/IMS/VoLTE

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cisco equipment

Aruba switches

Catalyst routers

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer to design, integrate, and support enterprise wireless LAN/WAN over OSP/FTTx networks, engineer and implement GPON solutions (ONT, OLT, WDM) for Marine Corps installations.

The candidate will sit at our customer site in Stafford, VA.

Job Duties:

• Plan, design, implement, and optimize wireless LAN and related technologies integrated with GPON.
• Develop engineering drawings, test plans/procedures, and cutover/migration documentation.
• Provide operational support for large-scale, high-availability wireless deployments; troubleshoot LAN/WAN/wireless issues.
• Conduct feasibility analyses; execute tests, log defects, verify fixes, and contribute to test strategies.
• Perform site audits; ensure network compatibility and recommend remediation.
• Create functional designs, deployment procedures, and operational processes; lead technical efforts and mentor staff.

Qualifications

Required Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelors degree and five (5) years of work experience.
• SME-level experience with Wireless LAN; strong knowledge of up to Wi-Fi 7 and Layer 2/Layer 3.
• Experience with Cisco-based wireless site surveys, network design, and implementation.
• Experience with Wi Fi, WAN/LAN; RF design/optimization and range/propagation testing.
• SIP, IMS, and VoLTE standards.

Required Security Clearance:

• No clearance required to start, must have the ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Certifications: Security+, CWNP, CWDP, CWNA, Network+, CySA+, CASP, CCNA.
• Experience with GPON/FTTx design for major providers; network architecture/engineering focused on GPON.
• Knowledge of ITU T G.984.x, Telcordia GR 1275, IEEE 802.2/802.3, and NIST standards.
• Hands-on configuring/installing Cisco switches, routers, and wireless; HP Aruba and Cisco Catalyst experience highly desired.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.