Communications Engineer

Leidos

4.1

(20)

Springfield, VA

Why you should apply for a job to Leidos:

  • 4.1/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 70% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 85% would recommend this company to other women
  • 85% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Our Women’s Network is one of nine employee resources groups that provides support for onboarding, networking & professional development.
  • Leidos offers programs to help employees prepare for over 95 industry-standard professional and technical certifications.
  • Leidos offers a voluntary well–being benefit program to help support employees on their personal wellness journey and earn rewards.
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    Position summary

    nd troubleshoot communication and network equipment such as routers, switches, antennas, and transceivers.

    • Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements or upgrades to optimize network reliability and efficiency.

    • Ensure compliance with industry standards, FCC regulations, and applicable cybersecurity policies.

    • Collaborate with IT professionals, project managers, and hardware engineers to integrate communication solutions into broader system architectures.

    • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including diagrams, schematics, and user manuals.

    • Support the installation, testing, and maintenance of new and existing communication infrastructure.

    Basic Qualifications

    • TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required

    • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

    • 2+ years of relevant experience in communications systems engineering, or a Master's degree with less than 2 years of experience. Additional experience in lieu of degree.

    • Working knowledge of communications system design, modeling, and simulation for wired, wireless, and secure systems.

    • Hands-on experience with signal processing, modulation, and coding techniques.

    • Proficiency in at least one area: data links, LAN/WAN, VoIP, wireless communications, or telecommunications infrastructure.

    • Ability to troubleshoot, monitor, and maintain communication systems and related hardware.

    • Familiarity with network cabling, hardware installations, and support/maintenance practices.

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

    • Capable of working independently on moderately complex projects and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with 4G LTE networks or next-generation wireless technologies.
    • Practical knowledge of Quality of Service (QoS) configurations and their impact on network performance.
    • Familiarity with secure communications systems, including encryption and compliance requirements.
    • Background working with VoIP systems, PBX, or enterprise-level telephone systems.
    • Experience supporting telecommunications infrastructure projects including installation, modification, and vendor coordination.
    • Knowledge of project management principles with the ability to lead or contribute to technical projects.
    • Proficiency with simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or communications modeling platforms.
    • Certifications such as:
      • CompTIA Network+

      • Cisco CCNA or CCNP

      • Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP)

      • Project Management Professional (PMP)

    EC-DAS

    Original Posting:
    June 20, 2025
    For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

    Pay Range:
    Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

    The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

    Why you should apply for a job to Leidos:

  • 4.1/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 70% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 85% would recommend this company to other women
  • 85% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Our Women’s Network is one of nine employee resources groups that provides support for onboarding, networking & professional development.
  • Leidos offers programs to help employees prepare for over 95 industry-standard professional and technical certifications.
  • Leidos offers a voluntary well–being benefit program to help support employees on their personal wellness journey and earn rewards.