Telecommunications Design Engineer (TS)

Koniag Government Services, LLCWashington, DC
$165,000 - $183,000

About The Position

Koniag Management Solutions, LLC (KMS), a Koniag Government Services (KGS) company, is hiring a Telecommunications Design Engineer. Position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with ability to obtain additional security requirements. We are seeking a highly experienced Telecommunications Design Engineer to support enterprise data center and telecommunications infrastructure design, operations, and long-range modernization planning. This role requires a strong blend of hands‑on Operations & Maintenance (O&M) work, detailed engineering documentation, and strategic architectural analysis. The ideal candidate will maintain and develop core infrastructure designs that comply with Department of Defense (DoD) and commercial best practices.

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI clearance.
  • 12+ years of experience analyzing, designing, and developing IT and telecommunications infrastructure using DoD and commercial standards.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
  • Required DoD 8140 certifications (any one of): Network+, Security+, Cloud+, SSCP, CASP+, CISSP, CCNP Security.
  • Vendor/OEM network infrastructure certification.
  • BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) or equivalent design credential.
  • TS/SCI security clearance required, candidate will not be considered without.

Nice To Haves

  • BICSI RCDD (if not already required)
  • BICSI senior design specialization or advanced pathways/cabling certifications
  • CCNA
  • CTS‑D (for AV/communications integration environments)
  • Manufacturer design certifications (e.g., Cisco, HPE Aruba, CommScope, Corning)
  • Developing enterprise telecommunications infrastructure within DoD or IC environments.
  • Designing complex facilities architectures including pathway mapping, equipment layouts, and infrastructure modernization planning.
  • Working with engineering governance frameworks, enterprise architecture methodologies, or large‑scale design review processes.
  • Coordinating physical infrastructure projects with facility engineers, electricians, and construction teams.

Responsibilities

  • Perform daily O&M activities including direct-touch maintenance, troubleshooting, configuration updates, and provisioning for telecommunications and data center systems.
  • Analyze IT and telecommunications architectures to develop long‑range engineering strategies and modernization roadmaps.
  • Create and maintain key engineering work products including: IT and telecommunications roadmaps, Engineering configurations and design packages, Rack elevations and physical infrastructure drawings, Bills of materials (BOMs), As-built documentation.
  • Ensure all data center and telecommunications network designs adhere to DoD, commercial industry, and enterprise architecture standards.
  • Design and support Layer 1 and Layer 2 infrastructure including copper and fiber cabling systems, patch panels, racks, cabinets, and switching hardware.
  • Engineer and maintain systems supporting data centers, conference rooms, communications closets, pathways, and structured cabling plants.
  • Oversee infrastructure power and environmental systems including UPS, ATS, battery systems, HVAC cooling, and related facility integrations.
  • Manage logistics for site readiness, installation planning, staging, and implementation.
  • Provide expert-level guidance on telecommunications standards, structured cabling, physical layer design, and best practices.
  • Prepare detailed engineering diagrams, topology maps, and infrastructure documentation for technical and accreditation processes.

Benefits

  • health, dental and vision insurance
  • 401K with company matching
  • flexible spending accounts
  • paid holidays
  • three weeks paid time off
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