Communications Systems Designer (RCDD) - Secret clearance required

Cities & Places At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs our RCDD Communications Systems Designers work on various projects as assigned by organization leadership or Project Managers. This position will play a role in the entire design process including but not limited to preliminary assessments, concept creation, design, problem resolution, drawing and specification production, and construction administration. The RCDD Communications Systems Designer will work on several concurrent projects. This position requires at minimum a Secret security clearance.

• Provide technical design of systems for building projects including telecommunications, electronic security, audio-visual systems, and related technologies.
• Responsibilities include preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, reports, review technical documents.
• Will be responsible to complete project assignments with minimal supervision as well as give directions to support staff to complete a project At Jacobs, we help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges.

Here's what you'll need

• Minimum 5 years’ experience actively communications systems for buildings
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs (such as Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Familiarity and demonstrated knowledge of ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards
• Familiarity with CSI Divisions 27 & 28
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills
• HS Diploma, or equivalent
• Self-motivation to coordinate with other disciplines and customers
• US Citizenship
• active Secret security clearance,

Ideally, You'll Also Have:

• Experience with Revit software
• Experience with AutoCAD
• BICSI RCDD
• Electrical PE License

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

125,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

180,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $125,000.00 to $180,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on March 03, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Arlington	Virginia	United States