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.

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