Senior Network Engineer (Wireless)

Joint Activities

$146K — $234K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active/current TS/SCI Security Clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 12+ years of experience (equivalent experience may be considered)
  • CWSP, CWDP, or equivalent enterprise wireless certification
  • DoD 8140/8570 compliant
  • Experience in designing and managing enterprise wireless solutions
  • Strong knowledge of RF principles, WLAN protocols, and wireless security
  • Familiarity with HPE Aruba Controllers and 802.11 standards

Responsibilities

  • Drive modernization through infrastructure improvements and automation
  • Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise wireless networks
  • Conduct predictive and physical RF site surveys
  • Perform wireless coverage analysis and optimize network performance
  • Troubleshoot wireless performance and interference issues
  • Manage wireless controllers and access points
  • Develop technical designs and network architecture documentation

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on unique, high-stakes projects
  • Innovative team environment with focus on modernization
  • Cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations teams
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Program Overview

Peraton provides a secure, worldwide, high-performance communications network comprised of real-time interactive applications operating over a dedicated IP backbone with secure services for complex national and worldwide executive-level communications. Peraton provides the O&M of the network infrastructure and its components, integration for development of hardware and software solutions, and task support for the delivery of system, network, software, and security solutions.

 

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a self-driven and resourceful Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic of Network and UC engineers in Washington, DC. This position serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and sustainment of enterprise wireless networking solutions supporting a one-of-a-kind mission.

The successful candidate will provide subject matter expertise for wireless infrastructure, conduct predictive and physical site surveys, troubleshoot RF interference issues, and manage enterprise-class WLAN environments.

 

Senior Network Engineer responsibilities: 

  • Drive modernization efforts by engineering and implementing infrastructure improvements, automation capabilities, and technology refresh initiatives
  • Design, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise wireless networks.
  • Conduct predictive and physical RF site surveys.
  • Perform wireless coverage analysis and optimization.
  • Troubleshoot wireless performance, connectivity, and interference issues.
  • Manage wireless controllers, access points, and related infrastructure.
  • Develop network architecture documentation and technical designs.
  • Support network modernization and technology refresh initiatives.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • An active/current TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.
  • Bachelors degree in engineering (or similar technical field) and twelve (12+) years relevant experience. An additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • CWSP, CWDP, or equivalent enterprise wireless certification.
  • DoD 8140/8570 Compliant.
  • Experience designing and managing enterprise wireless solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of RF principles, WLAN protocols, and wireless security.
  • Experience with:
    • HPE Aruba Controllers
    • Aruba Access Points
    • 802.11 standards

Desired Qualifications:

  • Ekahau Design Training
  • CCNP Enterprise
  • Advanced wireless architecture certifications
Target Salary Range$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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