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Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$125,000 - $150,000
Occasional travel
Engineering - Systems
Remote/Hybrid•JBER, AK (Off-Site/Hybrid)•Hickam AFB, HI (Off-Site/Hybrid)•Eielson AFB, AK (Off-Site/Hybrid)
*Can work remotely, but must be willing and able to travel to various Air Force Bases when needed*
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced WIFI Design Engineering Lead to support the Air Force Base Infrastructure Modernization Project. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge and expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing WIFI networks. This role will require leadership skills to guide and mentor a team of engineers, as well as the ability to work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of our WIFI solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and Implementation:
Lead the design and implementation of WIFI networks, including access points, controllers, and security architecture.
Conduct site surveys to determine the best placement and configuration of WIFI infrastructure.
Perform network analysis and performance tuning to ensure optimal WIFI performance and user experience.
Implement best practices for optimizing WIFI coverage, capacity, and reliability.
Project Management:
Oversee WIFI design projects from conception to delivery, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget.
Collaborate with project managers to coordinate schedules, resources, and deliverables.
Mentor and guide a team of WIFI engineers, providing technical direction and support.
Documentation and Reporting:
Create and maintain detailed design documents, network diagrams, and configuration guides.
Generate reports on network performance, project progress, and potential issues.
Required Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in WIFI design and deployment.
Proven experience leading engineering teams or projects.
Technical Skills:
Deep understanding of WIFI standards, RF design, and spectrum analysis.
Strong working knowledge of Ekahau network design tools.
Ability to apply building drawings to Ekahau equipment, create heat maps and apply design solutions to the needed locations following design parameters.
Knowledge of network infrastructure components including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless controllers.
Education and Certification:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have CWDP Certification. (Certified Wireless Design Professional)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with enterprise-grade WIFI solutions from vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, Ubiquiti, etc.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Working Conditions:
Requires travel to various sites for testing and installation support.
Minimum DOD Clearance: Secret.
Travel to various Air Force Bases required based on project needs.
Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
This is an exciting opportunity to support the recently awarded BIM program - Base Infrastructure Modernization.
Work Environment
The work environment will be REMOTE, but candidates do need to have the willingness and ability to travel to the sites being supported - Alaska, Hawaii and Guam.
Business Drivers/Customer Impact
Analyzing the data collected from the team of engineers to assess current infrastructure and identify modernization needs for the Base Infrastructure Modernization Contract.
Why is the position open
Newly funded work. Just awarded this year.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced WIFI Design Engineering Lead to support the Air Force Base Infrastructure Modernization Project. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge and expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing WIFI networks. This role will require leadership skills to guide and mentor a team of engineers, as well as the ability to work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of our WIFI solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and Implementation:
Lead the design and implementation of WIFI networks, including access points, controllers, and security architecture.
Conduct site surveys to determine the best placement and configuration of WIFI infrastructure.
Perform network analysis and performance tuning to ensure optimal WIFI performance and user experience.
Implement best practices for optimizing WIFI coverage, capacity, and reliability.
Project Management:
Oversee WIFI design projects from conception to delivery, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget.
Collaborate with project managers to coordinate schedules, resources, and deliverables.
Mentor and guide a team of WIFI engineers, providing technical direction and support.
Documentation and Reporting:
Create and maintain detailed design documents, network diagrams, and configuration guides.
Generate reports on network performance, project progress, and potential issues.
Required Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in WIFI design and deployment.
Proven experience leading engineering teams or projects.
Technical Skills:
Deep understanding of WIFI standards, RF design, and spectrum analysis.
Strong working knowledge of Ekahau network design tools.
Ability to apply building drawings to Ekahau equipment, create heat maps and apply design solutions to the needed locations following design parameters.
Knowledge of network infrastructure components including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless controllers.
Education and Certification:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have CWDP Certification. (Certified Wireless Design Professional)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with enterprise-grade WIFI solutions from vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, Ubiquiti, etc.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Working Conditions:
Requires travel to various sites for testing and installation support.
Minimum DOD Clearance: Secret.
Travel to various Air Force Bases required based on project needs.
Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
This is an exciting opportunity to support the recently awarded BIM program - Base Infrastructure Modernization.
Work Environment
The work environment will be REMOTE, but candidates do need to have the willingness and ability to travel to the sites being supported - Alaska, Hawaii and Guam.
Business Drivers/Customer Impact
Analyzing the data collected from the team of engineers to assess current infrastructure and identify modernization needs for the Base Infrastructure Modernization Contract.
Why is the position open
Newly funded work. Just awarded this year.
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