Wireless Design Engineer

Description

As a WiFi Design Engineer, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the Base Infrastructure Modernization program. You will play a crucial role in connecting users wirelessly around multiple Air Force Bases. Key Responsibilities: Design and Implementation: • Design and develop wireless network architecture, including access points and controllers. • Conduct site surveys to understand wireless coverage needs and plan network installations. • Create heat maps and WiFi coverage models using design tools such as Ekahau. • Collaborate with clients to understand their wireless connectivity requirements and objectives. • Select and configure appropriate hardware and software components for wireless networks. • Implement and optimize wireless solutions to ensure maximum performance and coverage. • Conduct wireless signal tests and performance assessments to identify and resolve issues. • Document network designs, configurations, and changes in detailed reports. • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for complex network issues. • Stay updated with the latest wireless technologies and industry trends. Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The WiFi Design Engineer must have: ● Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science ● Experience: 2+ years of related experience ● Required skills: • CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator) and CWDP (Certified Wireless Design Professional) certifications. • Experience with creating wireless designs in Ekahau design software. • Strong understanding of RF principles and wireless communication. • Experience with network security practices and wireless security protocols. • Experience with enterprise wireless networks and large-scale deployments. • Knowledge of network switching and routing concepts. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. ● Security clearance level: Secret ● US citizenship required ● Role requirements: • Requires travel to various sites for testing and installation support. • Travel to various Air Force Bases required based on program needs.

Skills

ekehau, Design, wireless network, wireless access point

Top Skills Details

ekehau,Design,wireless network,wireless access point

Additional Skills & Qualifications

This person will be designing the wireless network architecture for BIM program. They will be building out designs all day and not really doing any networking. They will download the floor plans for the buildings, upload into Ekahau and start designing out the buildings. They will place simulated access points and create a predictive heat map of what they thing the environment will look like. They have close to 1000 buildings.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Falls Church, VA.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.