Senior Technical Operator (Mobile Communications)

Volume Integration•Chantilly, VA

11d•$137,677 - $190,545

About The Position

As a Senior Technical Operator in Chantilly, Virginia, you will apply telecommunications expertise to specialized network capabilities supporting national security missions. You will help design, build, test, and maintain network infrastructure for secure mobile communications and resilient cyber operations. Working with multidisciplinary engineering teams and mission partners, you will apply knowledge of cellular technologies, mobile core networks, and commercial telecommunications infrastructure to solve technical challenges. The role includes analyzing network architectures and engineering documentation, supporting field operations and system maintenance, and sustaining capabilities that meet evolving operational requirements. The position requires a TS/SCI with an FSP clearance and travel within and outside the continental United States as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 7 years of relevant technical experience in telecommunications, network engineering, mobile infrastructure, or a related technical field.
Demonstrated experience designing, building, and testing networks using commercial telecommunications technologies.
Strong understanding of cellular air-interface technologies, mobile network equipment, and cellular network signaling.
Knowledge of cellular network architecture and data packet flow from edge equipment through the mobile core to the internet.
Experience with routers, switches, and equipment used within mobile core enterprise networks.
Ability to read and interpret commercial technical designs, engineering documentation, and specifications related to cellular mobile core technology.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including explaining complex technical concepts to audiences with different technical backgrounds and levels of seniority.
Willingness and ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS to support operational requirements.
Ability to successfully complete Sponsor-required training.
TS/SCI with an FSP clearance requirement.
Positions may require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent experience.
Advanced knowledge of 5G cellular technologies and 3GPP LTE standards.
Professional experience in the commercial telecommunications sector.
Previous field operations experience supporting network engineering or mobile infrastructure.
Technical experience with Windows, Linux, macOS (OS X), and Citrix.
Familiarity with hardware and network management tools and common network protocols, including TCP/IP, SMTP, and TLS/SSL.
Experience providing operational support, system administration, and maintenance for network infrastructure.
Background supporting complex technical initiatives involving government customers or mission-focused engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Design, build, configure, and test network solutions using commercial telecommunications technologies to support mission requirements.
Analyze cellular air-interface technologies, network signaling, and mobile network equipment for technical assessments and operational objectives.
Evaluate cellular network data flows, tracing packet movement from edge equipment through the mobile core to external networks and the internet.
Configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, and related infrastructure supporting mobile core enterprise environments.
Read, interpret, and apply commercial technical designs, engineering documentation, and specifications related to cellular and mobile core technologies.
Support development and implementation of technical solutions that strengthen mobile infrastructure and improve operational resiliency.
Conduct technical assessments, testing, and troubleshooting to validate network functionality and identify potential issues.
Prepare, maintain, and update technical documentation, operational procedures, and project artifacts related to network engineering and system sustainment.
Draft and coordinate formal correspondence about technical matters and operational activities with mission partners.
Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and operational considerations to stakeholders with varying technical backgrounds and seniority.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex problems, coordinate technical activities, and support mission objectives.
Provide operational and system maintenance support to maintain the reliability and effectiveness of deployed capabilities.
Participate in field operations and travel CONUS and OCONUS as required.
Complete Sponsor-required training and comply with applicable operational procedures and requirements.