Senior Wireless Engineer

Overview

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.   Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.   As a Senior Wireless Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and expert-level engineering support for the planning, design, implementation, and sustainment of secure wireless network systems. This role plays a critical part in delivering mission-ready wireless infrastructure that supports enterprise mobility, smart base initiatives, and high-availability communications. This position leads complex wireless projects from requirements through deployment, overseeing RF design, performance optimization, and cybersecurity compliance. This position ensures all wireless infrastructure adheres to DoD security standards, frequency regulations, and performance objectives.   Position will be located at Patrick SFB.  

This position is contingent upon successful contract award to V2X.

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Responsibilities

Major Job Activities: 

• Leads implementation of architectural vision for all Wi-Fi access points and control-related services across BAN.
• Understands requirements; plans optimal Wi-Fi designs for spectrum usage and device placement.
• Follows standards for all designs and implementations.
• Installs, configures, and maintains wireless network equipment, network management, and security, including b/g/n/ac standards and industry best practices for implementing high-density Wi-Fi solutions.
• Devises, plans, deploys, and improves wireless networks, from the beginning to implementation, by collaborating with vendors, managers, and network engineers.
• Leads and guides junior engineers.
• Self-starter with assigned tasks.
• Understands client requirements to cater to their appropriate needs.
• Uses tools to evaluate, test, and tweak wireless products, such as routers, switches, hubs, bridges, VPNs, and network amplifiers.
• Designs and validates the performance, quality, and reliability of the RF link.
• Designs and implements WLANs and other wireless networks.
• Writes manuals and documents current network procedures.
• Has extensive knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP).
• Make use of enterprise monitoring tools (SolarWinds and Splunk).
• Optimizes network performance by supervising performance, addressing network problems and breakdowns, and partnering with network engineers to optimize the network.
• Develops and implements policies and classifies and oversees access to protect network systems.
• Make sure all equipment, including servers and the other network products, are well connected.
• Devises and supports RF link performance, reliability, and quality.
• Enables data and system protection by developing and maintaining mechanisms for backup and retrieval.
• Collaborates with different teams to ensure the optimized performance of VoIP and other wireless telecommunication devices.
• Works with security teams to evaluate threats, troubleshoot issues, and comply with appropriate security configuration standards of their organizations.
• Designs and deploys changes to the configurations of clients per the applicable change management process.
• Proactively handles all network security solutions.
• Make use of testing and diagnostic tools to assess and modify equipment.

Material & Equipment Directly Used: 

• Proficient with MS Project Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge / general use capabilities of AutoCAD.

Working Environment: 

Office environment with potential to support austere locations.

Physical Activities: 

Must be able to lift / carry 50 lbs.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications: 

• Technical BA / BS Degree; Or
• High School Diploma or Associate Degree.
• CWS, CWDP, or equivalent.
• CompTIA Security+

Experience / Skills: 

• 7 years with BA / BS Degree; Or
• Minimum of 10 years of experience performing as a Wireless Engineer on large, complex networks with a High School Diploma or Associate Degree.

Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires an active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret (Tier 3) level clearance.

Skills & Technology Used:  

• Proficient in wireless system technologies.
• Strong understanding of network protocol and infrastructure.

Supervisory / Budgetary Responsibilities:

• Team Lead

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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