Wireless Network Engineer

XPECT Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Wireless Network Engineer for an effort supporting a Federal Government Client in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will provide technical engineering support for the client’s complex network infrastructure, which includes multiple enclaves with various classification levels.

About the Role

The Wireless Engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, developing, installing, modifying, and testing networks, application programs, and computer-based systems. They will translate systems/subsystems designs and detailed designs into fully functioning and architecturally compliant networks, applications, or computer-based systems. This position requires knowledge of servers, workstations, and other programmable systems like controllers and handheld devices. The Wireless Engineer will also provide advice on different networking implementations and designs, problem resolution, compliance testing, and design recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Translate systems/subsystems designs and detailed designs into fully functioning and architecturally compliant networks, applications, or computer-based systems.
• Plan, design, develop, install, modify, and test networks, application programs, and computer-based systems.
• Provide advice on differing networking implementations and designs.
• Provide problem resolution, compliance testing, and design recommendations.
• Work with senior technical and user staff in a support role on their projects.
• Translate systems/subsystems designs and detailed designs into fully functioning and architecturally compliant networks, applications, or computer-based systems.
• Translate systems/subsystems designs and detailed designs into fully functioning and architecturally compliant networks, applications, or computer-based systems.

Requirements

• Active Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI.
• 3+ years of experience designing, developing, and implementing wireless solutions.
• Experience with various WLAN topologies, including indoor, outdoor, high-density, campus, mesh, remote, and industrial.
• Experience with WLAN survey tools to perform Active, Passive, and AP on a Stick surveys.
• Experience with Spectrum Analyzer tools.
• Experience with AAA and identity-based access solutions for WLAN deployments.
• Experience with wireless intrusion detection and prevention systems, including WIDS and WIPS.
• Understanding of Cisco switching and ability to troubleshoot basic AP connectivity issues.
• Ability to troubleshoot wireless client devices.
• Ability to perform monitoring of various WLAN technologies and topologies.
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently, with good communication (written and oral) and coordination skills.

Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher.
• Experience working on an Enterprise Network.
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail.

Benefits

XPECT Solutions, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• A competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plan.
• A Retirement Savings Plan.
• Life Insurance.
• AD&D Insurance.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance.
• 3 weeks of annual PTO.
• 11 days of Holiday PTO.
• Performance Awards.
• Referral Bonus Plan (up to $2,500/year).
• Education Reimbursement/Training (up to $2,500/year).

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We participate in E-Verify and comply with all applicable laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.