Systems Engineer (4G/5G LTE) Springfield, VA (On-Site)

Are you a hands-on communications engineer looking to work on mission-critical systems supporting U.S. military and government operations?

Our client is a well-established, engineering-driven company specializing in the design and deployment of secure mobile communications systems used in defense and tactical environments. Their technology supports critical operations across multiple federal agencies, operating in some of the most demanding conditions worldwide.

The Role

We’re seeking a Systems Engineer (4G/5G LTE) to support a next-generation communications product line.

This is a hands-on, lab + field role where you’ll be directly involved in:

Integrating and configuring LTE/5G communication systems

System provisioning, testing, and troubleshooting

Supporting product development and validation in a lab environment

Deploying systems in the field and supporting customer operations

Participating in customer demos and technical discussions

Collaborating with engineering teams to improve system performance

This is not a purely theoretical role — you’ll be working directly with systems from integration through real-world deployment.

What They’re Looking For

Experience with 4G/5G LTE systems (integration, configuration, provisioning, or testing)

Background in systems engineering, telecom, or wireless communications

Exposure to military, tactical, or mission-critical communications systems (radios, SATCOM, public safety LTE, etc.)

Strong troubleshooting skills and a hands-on engineering mindset

Ability to operate in both lab and field environments

Work Environment & Requirements

Location: Springfield, VA (5 days onsite)

Travel: Required (CONUS & OCONUS)

Security Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a clearance

Comfortable working in customer-facing and operational environments

Why This Role?

Work on real-world systems tied to national security and defense

Gain exposure to both cutting-edge telecom systems and field deployments

Join a highly technical, execution-focused engineering team

Opportunity to make a direct impact in mission-critical environments