Wireless Installation Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Hickam AFB, HI
Salary
$107,744–$126,500 / yr
Posted
86 days ago
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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Wireless Installation Engineer

The Onsite Wireless Installation Engineer provides technical leadership and quality governance for wireless engineering, design, survey, and installation activities across global Air Force and Space Force modernization sites. This role involves coordinating engineering tasks, validating survey data, and guiding implementation teams through the installation, configuration, and optimization of wireless infrastructure. Key responsibilities include overseeing survey technicians and subcontractors, reviewing predictive designs, and ensuring compliance with DoW, TIA/EIA, and UFC standards. The position requires proficiency in RF fundamentals, WLAN design, and tools such as Ekahau, Hamina, or iBwave. Candidates must integrate wireless systems with Cisco 9800 WLC configurations, switching, and security frameworks. The role solves complex technical problems related to wireless performance, coverage, and spectrum issues within secure federal and defense environments.

What you'll do

  • Provide on-site supervision for wireless survey technicians, installers, and subcontractor personnel.
  • Oversee the full wireless lifecycle including predictive design, active/passive surveys, installation, and tuning.
  • Review and approve predictive wireless designs, heatmaps, channel plans, and AP placement.
  • Validate survey data for accuracy and adherence to program-specific guidelines.
  • Ensure all designs and installations comply with DoW, Air Force, and industry standards.
  • Coordinate with network engineers to integrate Cisco 9800 WLC configurations with switching and security infrastructures.
  • Inspect installed hardware, cabling, labeling, and system configurations to ensure quality assurance.
  • Produce and validate engineering documentation including RF designs, survey reports, and as-built files.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must currently possess an active Secret security clearance.
  • Must have 5+ years of experience in wireless network engineering, WLAN design, or enterprise wireless deployment.
  • Must have a BS degree or additional years of experience in Wireless Engineering in lieu of a degree.
  • Must have Security+ CE or 8140 equivalent certification.
  • Must have experience with predictive and validation wireless survey tools like Ekahau, Hamina, or iBwave.
  • Must have experience leading installation teams and managing subcontractors in complex environments (preferred).
  • Must have experience with Cisco or Aruba/HPE wireless infrastructure (preferred).

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