LTE Telecommunications Project Engineer

Job Description

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is seeking an LTE Telecommunications Project Engineer with technical expertise in enterprise network and LTE telecommunications systems and services to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at FAA facilities across the USA and its territories. The person filling this position will be part of a large FAA team responsible for the oversight, coordination, and planning for the migration of thousands of telecommunications circuits carrying critical FAA Air Traffic Control services from legacy infrastructure to new and modernized infrastructure, meeting the demands of the digital era.

Responsibilities

• Assist FAA Telecommunications Managers and Subject Matter Experts in the activation and migration of critical FAA services to a new and modernized telecommunications infrastructure.
• Facilitate the installation of terrestrial, LTE wireless, and satellite telecommunications systems to include IP network interface devices, customer premise equipment (CPE), and antennas at FAA facilities and point of presence (POP) locations.
• Occasionally conduct on-site surveys and/or provide on-site assistance to resolve complex network issues.
• Manage and track large scale telecommunications projects and schedules, providing insight and working with a team of FAA and contractor technicians and engineers; assist with scheduling, and coordination of facility visits.
• Assist in planning and requirements validation, assisting with the explanation of legacy designs.
• Establish and maintain relationships with on-site coordinators, customers, and stakeholders.
• Work with FAA organizations to assist in meeting the overall mission of their organization.

Education

Bachelors degree and 6-10 years of relevant work experience, or plus 2 years of expereince instead of a degree.

Qualifications

• FAA / DoD experience in telecommunications infrastructure / campus environments preferred. Knowledge of FAA facilities and systems is a plus. Preferred candidates with a knowledge of both legacy TDM telecom systems and more modern LTE and Carrier Ethernet systems and architecture with an ability to assist with the transition of services related to FTI network modernization.
• Candidate must have the ability to manage multiple projects; assisting with the explanation of legacy designs; assist with scheduling, and coordination of facility visits. Support activities include coordination and communication of Corporate Work Plan (CWP) and Operational Risk Management (ORM) activities.
• Experience in telecommunications standards and terminology including LTE/4G/5G, VoIP, IP, Cloud, Carrier Ethernet, Pseudowire, and GPS network timing protocol.
• Candidate should have experience developing and reviewing technical documents and plans; creating project engineering packages; performing technology evaluations; testing and evaluation support; and providing enterprise integration support.
• Experience delivering enterprise networking protocols, firewalls, edge protection, gateways, and fiber optics cabling and equipment.
• Experience and/or ability to manage and track large scale telecommunications projects and schedules.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, facilitation, and project management skills, written and oral communication skills and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and KSN/SharePoint.
• Strong attention to detail, well organized, and ability to self-prioritize multiple activities.
• Ability to effectively initiate actions, collaborate with others, and drive action items to resolution.

Work Requirements:

• Work location: Current Residence. One in FAA Eastern Service Area and one in Central Service Area. Service Areas defined at

• Work Hours: Hybrid. Must be able to cover Eastern Time Zone core duty hours (ie 8:00 am - 4:30 pm EST)

• Travel: maybe 25%

• Physical requirements:

• Extended Computer Use: Regular and prolonged periods of working at a computer terminal.

• Mobility: Ability to move around the office environment to access computer hardware, networking equipment, and server rooms. Ability to climb stairs and get into tight spaces at large and remote Air Traffic Control facilities.

• Dexterity: Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computer equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform tasks requiring precision.

• Sitting/Standing: Both prolonged sitting and occasional standing may be required for troubleshooting and attending to system issues.

• Background check: Must have ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

About LS Technologies

At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, we're enhancing our nation's critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees' needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners.

EEO Commitment

LS Technologies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Requesting An Accommodation

LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email ... or speak with your recruiter.

Compensation (Pay Bands)

Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40 hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and is just one component of LSTs total compensation package for employees. In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C."

Benefits offered to all employees who work 30+ hours per week: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.