ActioNet is looking for a Senior Wireless Engineer to join our team in Columbus, OH.The position requires up to 25% travel. This is a Mission Essential designated position per DFARS 252.237-7023.
Overview: The Senior Wireless Engineer designs, installs, optimizes, and maintains mobile broadband, cellular, and WLAN systems across enterprise Base Area Networks (BAN). This role supports both legacy and modernized wireless infrastructure, ensuring maximum coverage, minimal interference, and compliance with Air Force and DoW technical, security, and spectrum standards.
Locations: Chicago, IL, Cincinnati, OH
Secret Clearance Required
Key Responsibilities
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Leads implementation of architectural vision for all Wi-Fi access point and control-related services across BAN.
- Understands requirements; plans optimal Wi-Fi designs for spectrum usage and device placement.
- Follows standards for all designs and implementations.
- Installs, configures, and maintains wireless network equipment, network management, and security, including 802.11 b/g/n/ac standards and industry best practices for implementing high-density Wi-Fi solutions.
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Devises, plans, deploys, and improves wireless networks, from the beginning to implementation, by collaborating with vendors, managers, and network engineers. Leads and guides junior engineers. Self-starter with assigned tasks.
- Understands client requirements to cater to their appropriate needs.
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Uses tools to evaluate, test, and tweak wireless products, such as routers, switches, hubs, bridges, VPNs, and network amplifiers. Designs and validates the performance, quality, and reliability of the RF link. Designs and implements WLANs and other wireless networks. Writes manuals and documents current network procedures.
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Has extensive knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP).
- Makes use of enterprise monitoring tools (SolarWinds and Splunk). Optimizes network performance by supervising performance, addressing network problems and breakdowns, and partnering with network engineers to optimize the network. Develops and implements policies and classifies and oversees access to protect network systems.
- Makes sure all equipment, including servers and the other network products, are well-connected.
- Devises and supports RF link performance, reliability, and quality. Enables data and system protection by developing and maintaining mechanisms for backup and retrieval.
- Collaborates with different teams to ensure the optimized performance of VoIP and other wireless telecommunication devices. Works with security team to evaluate threats, troubleshoot issues, and comply with appropriate security configuration standards of their organizations.
- Designs and deploys changes to the configurations of clients per the applicable change management process.
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Proactively handles all network security solutions. Makes use of testing and diagnostic tools to assess and modify equipment.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, such as computer science, engineering, information technology, cybersecurity, data science, or related OR
High school diploma or associate degree with 10 years performing as a Broadband/Wireless Engineer on large, complex networks.
Experience
7 years of experience with broadband, wireless, or enterprise network engineering.
Demonstrated experience in WLAN RF design, enterprise wireless planning, and advanced wireless troubleshooting
Experience designing and supporting TCP/IP networks, including switching, routing, QoS, NAC, NMS, and OSP/ISP distribution systems
Experience with LTE EPC and 5G Core (5GC) architectures, protocols (S1/X2, NG, N2/N3), and mobility operations
Proficiency with RF and cellular tools such as CellAdvisor, TEMS, Nemo, PCTEL scanners, or similar
Working knowledge of network slicing, beamforming, MIMO technologies, and private cellular networks (CBRS/OnGo)
Technical Skills
Proficient in broadband and wireless technologies, including 802.11 standards, RF engineering, spectrum analysis, and wireless security
Strong understanding of network protocols, infrastructure, and enterprise architecture
Skilled in MS Office Suite, Teams, and SharePoint
Experience with wireless design tools (e.g., Ekahau, AirMagnet) and network performance monitoring systems
Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity controls, STIGs, ACAS scanning, and RMF processes
Certifications
Preferred Certifications
3GPP 5G/LTE certifications (Nokia, Ericsson, Cisco, Samsung, Verizon, AT&T training)
CBRS Certified Professional Installer (CPI)
Certified Wireless Specialist – Cellular (CWS, CWSA)
Clearance
Desired Attributes
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills to diagnose and resolve wireless/system faults quickly and efficiently
Strong communication skills for coordination with engineering teams, base communications units, and operational leadership
Ability to work in high‑security, mission‑critical environments with strict standards and oversight
Detail‑oriented, with strong documentation and compliance discipline
About ActioNet
ActioNet is a CMMI-DEV Level 4, CMMI-SVC Level 4, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, HDI-certified, woman-owned IT solutions provider with 25+ years of stellar performance. Our expertise spans Agile Software Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cybersecurity, and IT Managed Services.
With a 98% customer retention rate, ActioNet is proud to be named a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years (2014–2024).Why ActioNet?At ActioNet, our Passion for Quality is at the heart of everything we do:Commitment to Employees: A great place to work with ongoing investment in our people.Commitment to Customers: Driving and sustaining service delivery excellence.Commitment to Community: Giving back and building a better world for future generations.What’s in It for You?
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays
Life and Disability Insurance
Education and Professional Training
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Recognition and Referral Programs
Employee Assistance & Identity Theft Protection
Equal Opportunity Statement
ActioNet is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
