ActioNet is seeking a Wireless Engineer with Travel
Overview: The 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. The Wireless Engineer contributes to system design, RF planning, troubleshooting, site surveys, documentation, and operational sustainment while collaborating with network engineering, cybersecurity, and base communications teams.
The Wireless Engineer supports the design, deployment, and optimization of 4G LTE and 5G NR (New Radio) wireless solutions across enterprise and mission environments, ensuring resilient broadband connectivity and low‑latency performance for critical applications. The Wireless Engineer applies knowledge of RAN architecture, mobile core functions, and backhaul integration to ensure seamless mobility and high‑availability wireless service.
Location: Remote with 15% Travel CONUS, and may need to travel OCONUS, as needed
***Secret Clearance Required***
Salary range for this position is up to $250,000, depending on qualifications, including relevant certifications, education, years of experience, and demonstrated experience supporting Federal Government programs within the field. Candidates with specialized expertise, industry-recognized certifications, and strong Federal contracting experience may be considered at the higher end of the range.
Key Responsibilities
Wireless and Broadband System Engineering
Assist with the design of mobile broadband/cellular solutions across BAN environments, including antennas, power, backhaul, and spectrum utilization
Design enterprise WLAN infrastructure using advanced RF principles, including predictive and on‑site RF modeling, heat mapping, and site surveys
Ensure WLAN design follows DoD/DAF RF, HERO, HERP, and HERF safety standards and spectrum certification requirements
Support green‑field wireless designs—no legacy wireless reuse—per modernized network requirements
Evaluate RF propagation characteristics, building materials, multipath conditions, and flight line/industrial environment constraints
Installation, Configuration, and Integration
Install, configure, and test broadband, WLAN, and cellular systems in accordance with engineering design packages
Ensure compliance with OEM specifications, DoD STIGs, NIAP, FIPS, and applicable cybersecurity guidelines
Coordinate with Network Engineers to optimize system integration, traffic flows, bandwidth usage, and performance
Support installation of wireless infrastructure across operational facilities, maintenance hangars, warehouses, munitions areas, and flight line operations areas
Site Surveys and Spectrum Management
Conduct predictive, passive, active, and verification wireless site surveys (indoor and outdoor)
Document survey results, including RF readings, spectrum analysis, heat maps, interference sources, and channel planning
Ensure compliance with AFI 17‑220 spectrum processes, including SCG data collection, device certification inputs, and safe RF emissions near ordnance, fuels, and personnel
Identify and document OSP/ISP constraints, power/grounding requirements, and environmental hazards that affect wireless deployment
Operations, Sustainment, and Troubleshooting
Monitor wireless system performance, availability, and security posture using approved NMS tools
Diagnose and resolve wireless issues involving RF interference, connectivity, hardware failures, authentication, or configuration conflicts
Perform preventive maintenance, firmware updates, vulnerability mitigation, and configuration optimization
Support Tier 2/3 wireless troubleshooting as part of shared operational responsibilities with the Base Communications Squadron
Documentation and Compliance
Develop and maintain technical documentation including design diagrams, RF heat maps, configuration files, and installation records
Ensure wireless systems meet DoD, DAF, STIG, RMF, TEMPEST, and cybersecurity standards
Record installation, maintenance, and repair actions for operational continuity and future reference
Produce required documentation deliverables, such as Wi‑Fi heat maps, wireless installation descriptions, and RF assessments for transition packages
5G/LTE System Engineering
Designs and implements LTE and 5G RAN components, including small cells, macro cells, antennas, eNodeB/gNodeB platforms, and associated transport networks.
Performs RF engineering tasks for 5G and LTE systems, including waveform analysis, MIMO/Antenna configuration, carrier aggregation, and spectrum allocation.
Supports integration of 5G Standalone (SA) and Non‑Standalone (NSA) architectures into existing enterprise networks.
Evaluates and configures 5G core functions such as AMF, SMF, UPF, AUSF, NRF, and interfaces (N1–N4, N6–N14, etc.) for mission needs.
Optimizes throughput, coverage, and reliability using drive testing, RF measurements, SINR/RSRP/RSRQ analysis, and spectrum monitoring.
5G/LTE Operations and Testing
Installs, configures, and validates LTE and 5G radios, including DAS systems, small cells, and private cellular networks.
Performs acceptance testing using tools such as spectrum analyzers, RF scanners, UE testing platforms, and OEM management systems.
Conducts testing of new cellular technologies, including network slicing, edge computing capabilities (MEC), and 5G security features before deployment.
Troubleshoots cellular service issues involving signaling failures, handover performance, RF interference, mobility challenges, and core‑radio integration.
Collaboration and Compliance
Works with spectrum management authorities to ensure proper frequency licensing and compliance for LTE and 5G deployments.
Ensures 5G/LTE systems comply with DoD/DAF cybersecurity requirements, including STIG, RMF, FIPS, and Zero‑Trust Architecture considerations.
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 7 years performing as a Broadband/Wireless Engineer on large, complex networks.
Experience
5 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
CCNA, JNCIA, or equivalent
CompTIA Security+ (required for DoD 8140 compliance)
Additional wireless certifications, such as CWNA or CWDP, are desirable
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)
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CBRS Certified Professional Installer (CPI) certification
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Ekahau Certified Survey Engineer (ECSE) or equivalent enterprise RF design certification
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
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