Wireless Network Engineer

SAIC • Stafford, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer to design, integrate, and support enterprise wireless LAN/WAN over OSP/FTTx networks and engineer and implement GPON solutions (ONT, OLT, WDM) for Marine Corps installations. The position is based at a customer site in Stafford, Virginia.

The engineer plans, designs, implements, and optimizes wireless LAN and related technologies integrated with GPON. The role also provides operational support for large-scale, high-availability wireless deployments, troubleshoots LAN/WAN/wireless issues, conducts feasibility analyses and testing, performs site audits, and develops engineering, deployment, and operational documentation. The engineer may lead technical efforts and mentor staff.

An active Secret clearance is required to start.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of work experience.
• SME-level experience with Wireless LAN and strong knowledge of technologies up to Wi-Fi 7 and Layer 2/Layer 3.
• Experience with Cisco-based wireless site surveys, network design, and implementation.
• Experience with Wi-Fi and WAN/LAN, including RF design/optimization and range/propagation testing.
• Knowledge of SIP, IMS, and VoLTE standards.
• Active Secret security clearance required to start.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications such as Security+, CWNP, CWDP, CWNA, Network+, CySA+, CASP, or CCNA.
• Experience with GPON/FTTx design for major providers and network architecture/engineering focused on GPON.
• Knowledge of ITU-T G.984.x, Telcordia GR 1275, IEEE 802.2/802.3, and NIST standards.
• Hands-on experience configuring and installing Cisco switches, routers, and wireless equipment.
• HP Aruba and Cisco Catalyst experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, implement, and optimize wireless LAN and related technologies integrated with GPON.
• Develop engineering drawings, test plans and procedures, and cutover/migration documentation.
• Provide operational support for large-scale, high-availability wireless deployments and troubleshoot LAN/WAN/wireless issues.
• Conduct feasibility analyses; execute tests, log defects, verify fixes, and contribute to test strategies.
• Perform site audits, ensure network compatibility, and recommend remediation.
• Create functional designs, deployment procedures, and operational processes.
• Lead technical efforts and mentor staff.

What This Job Offers

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