AI RAN Telecommunications Engineer, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton • McLean, VA

4d • $99,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The Opportunity: We are seeking a senior AI RAN Telecom Engineer to leverage their deep experience in RAN systems and a strong grasp of AI and ML technologies. In this role, you'll be a technical leader guiding the design, development, and deployment of AI-native RAN solutions, working at the intersection of real-time communications and intelligent automation. You'll help architect next-gen systems that improve spectrum efficiency, reduce OPEX, and enable autonomous network operations. Join us. The world can’t wait.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in telecom engineering, including RAN, LTE/5G NR, or O-RAN systems
• Experience applying AI and ML in networking, signal processing, or automation contexts
• Experience with Kubernetes including kubeadm or Openshift Container Platform
• Experience with tools such as Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX, or CUDA
• Experience with gNB simulators, OpenAirInterface, srsRAN, or commercial 5G stacks
• Experience with xApps or rApps, RIC platforms, and O-RAN Alliance specs
• Knowledge of 3GPP, RAN protocols, including RRC, PDCP, RLC, MAC, and PHY, and CU/DU architectures
• Ability to drive collaboration across engineering and product teams
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in an Electrical Engineering field

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AI model deployment in low-latency or embedded environments
• Experience with standards bodies, such as 3GPP or O-RAN Alliance
• Experience in open-source RAN or AI projects
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Master's degree in EE, CS, or a related field

Benefits

• health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• paid leave
• professional development
• tuition assistance
• work-life programs
• dependent care
• recognition awards program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level