Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Seeking a highly motivated Network Planning Engineer to support the modernization of mission-critical telecommunications services for the FAA/FTI program.
- This is a hands-on engineering role responsible for designing, planning, and implementing next-generation network solutions that replace legacy copper-based systems with advanced, scalable technologies.
- As part of a collaborative engineering team, you will architect telco services, develop optimized network designs, support NOC operations, and lead design releases that directly impact national airspace communications.
- You will work closely with internal and external partners while also driving independent, high-impact engineering initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and engineer next-generation telecommunications network architectures that replace legacy copper-based services with modern Ethernet and TDM solutions.
- Assess and evaluate telco technologies to ensure alignment with FAA mission-critical infrastructure requirements.
- Produce detailed engineering designs, documentation, and implementation packages for NOC and deployment teams.
- Manage design workflows, oversee design-release lifecycles, and ensure timely delivery of engineering outputs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including NOC operations, carrier partners, engineering groups, and program management.
- Support automation opportunities, troubleshoot technical issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead proof-of-concept testing for emerging telecom services and technologies.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, CIS, or related technical field.
- 4+ years of WAN telecommunications engineering experience (or 8+ years with an associate degree).
- Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and supporting Ethernet and TDM network infrastructures.
- Knowledge of telecom carrier ordering systems and processes.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with database modeling/order management tools such as MetaSolv.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office & Visio.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
Job Tags
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