Wireless Network Engineer, Washington, D.C.

Technologist, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short & Long Term Disability

401K with match

PTO

Sick Leave

Job summary

Technologist, Inc. is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain cutting‑edge wireless networks in our Washington area offices.

You will work with enterprise-grade Wi‑Fi (Wi‑Fi 6/6E/7), 802.11 protocols, and 4G/5G cellular integration to ensure high availability and security. The role requires hands‑on experience with Ruckus, Aruba ClearPass, and Cisco ISE, plus knowledge of DAS design tools and RF planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as Wireless Network Engineer or similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Ruckus, Aruba ClearPass, and Cisco ISE.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise Wi‑Fi and wireless networks.
• Collaborate with IT and security to enforce wireless security protocols.
• Analyze RF environment and optimize performance and capacity.
• Configure, test, and troubleshoot access points, controllers, and antennas.
• Document configurations and incident reports for records.

Skills

RF fundamentals

Wi‑Fi protocols

802.1X security

Cellular technologies (4G/5G)

Enterprise Wi‑Fi design

Network survey tools

DAS design tools

Ruckus, Aruba Clearpass, Cisco ISE

Floor plan RF impact

Network security integration

Tools

Ruckus

Aruba ClearPass

Cisco ISE

DAS design tools

Wireless survey tools

Job description

Technologist, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Wireless Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cutting-edge wireless networking solutions that support our company's mission to deliver reliable and high-performance connectivity. This position requires a thorough understanding of wireless technologies, Wi-Fi protocols, and security standards to ensure robust and scalable network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with the latest wireless equipment and tools, a deep understanding of industry best practices, and the ability to adapt to evolving technological landscapes. At Technologist, Inc., we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, offering a stimulating environment where you can expand your technical expertise and contribute to impactful projects.

What You Will Do:

• Demonstrate expertise in RF fundamentals, wireless protocols (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), wireless authentication methodologies (802.1X), and cellular technologies (4G LTE, 5G).
• Work with carriers and understand signal sources.
• Demonstrate expert level wireless and cellular network design, planning and performance optimization.
• Architect and deploy enterprise level Wi‑Fi solutions (e.g., Wi‑Fi 6/6E/7) with a focus on scalability, security, and high availability.
• Demonstrate knowledge of leading wireless and AAA platforms (e.g., Ruckus, Aruba Clearpass and Cisco ISE).
• Demonstrate expertise with DAS design tools and wireless survey tools for troubleshooting, modeling and post‑deployment optimization of DAS and Wireless enterprise networks.
• Understanding of network infrastructure as it relates to wireless performance.
• Interpret floor plans, construction materials, and understand their impact on RF propagation.
• Configure, test, and troubleshoot wireless network equipment such as access points, controllers, and antennas.
• Monitor network performance and implement tuning measures to optimize wireless connectivity and reliability.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure wireless network security protocols are enforced and updated.
• Document network configurations, processes, and incident reports to maintain comprehensive records.
• Stay current with emerging wireless technologies and recommend upgrades or enhancements to improve network efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 5 (five) years of experience working as a Wireless Network Engineer or in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Ruckus, Aruba Clearpass, Cisco ISE.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check at the level of Public Trust, Tier 1.

Technologist Inc. offers a robust benefits package effective your first day of employment.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short & Long Term Disability
• 401K with match
• PTO
• Sick Leave