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College Park, MD · On-site

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong Linux skills, DevOps experience, networking ... Support 4G/5G telecom testbeds, including core network, RAN, IMS, BBU, and related network ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for 5g network engineer in Washington is $123,498.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,800.00 and $151,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a 5G Network Engineer, your typical day involves designing and optimizing wireless network infrastructure, configuring and troubleshooting equipment, and monitoring network performance to ensure service quality. You may collaborate closely with project managers, software developers, and field technicians to address technical challenges and deploy new solutions. A portion of your time will also involve analyzing data, preparing reports on network metrics, and staying current with technological advancements in 5G. This dynamic role often requires balancing hands-on engineering tasks with teamwork and clear communication to support seamless network operations.

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To thrive as a 5G Network Engineer, you need a solid background in wireless communications, network protocols, and RF engineering, usually backed by a degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as network simulators, spectrum analyzers, and certifications like CCNA, CCNP, or 5G-specific credentials is highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and adaptability set top performers apart in this rapidly evolving area. These skills are crucial for implementing, optimizing, and maintaining complex 5G networks that meet high standards of performance and reliability.

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A 5G Network Engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing 5G wireless networks to ensure high-speed connectivity and low latency. They work with network infrastructure, including small cells, massive MIMO, and beamforming technologies, to enhance network performance. Their role involves troubleshooting network issues, implementing security measures, and collaborating with telecom providers and hardware vendors. A 5G Network Engineer must have expertise in wireless protocols, RF engineering, and networking technologies such as SDN and NFV.

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5G Subject Matter Expert - Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Akima, LLC

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

$175K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Akima rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

375th of 443 rated engineering

Job description

Compass Point is looking for a 5G Subject Matter Expert to work at Fort Meade, MD. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Develop 5G architecture that showcases leveraging commercial and customized 5G networks to access the DoDIN.
This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Fort Meade, Maryland.
Responsibilities
  • Follows 3GPP 5G standard protocols that specifically relate to securing DoD mission. Provide recommendations for security requirements for 5G standards. Decompose DoD applicable 5G use cases and requirements based on NDAA and USD R&E guidance documents and policies. Develops 5G reference architecture Course of Action (COAs), including network slicing as a service (NSaaS), that showcase leveraging secure carrier networks to access the DoDIN. Develop a zero-trust security architecture that overlays DoD Security on commercial 5G reference architecture.
  • Supports OUSD R&E and DoD CIO WG efforts related to NS and CM. Collaborate and assist DISA in 5G issues of spectrum sharing, testing, modelling and simulation, architecture, requirement, security, IDAM, MDM and policy. Provide support for the four major workstreams:
    • 5G Security Architecture.
    • 5G Security Requirement guidance (SRG).
    • 5G Continuous Monitoring (CM).
    • 5G Enterprise networks and transition of 5G services.
  • Designs and implements network architecture for interconnection of Mission partner's 5G systems to DoDIN.
  • Develops and implements proof of concepts using commercial equipment to evaluate and demonstrate DoD use cases including NSaaS, orchestration, security, and continuous monitoring implementations.
  • Establishes campus 5G network at DISA HQ to augment DISA Wi-Fi. Pilot smart warehouse use case within DISA warehouse. Evaluate running 5G services out of DISA datacenters. Investigate implementation of 5G smart base technologies. Conduct market research to evaluate the available 5G products that meet MP and DoD requirements and use cases.
  • Implements a 5G architecture within a lab environment that showcases leveraging secure carrier networks to access the DoDIN. Prototype and transition 5G use cases to support end-to-end network slicing (NS) for DISA and DoD programs including CM for DoD 5G networks. Support the evaluation of 5G products for inclusion on Unified Capabilities (UC) Approved Product List (APL).
  • Assesses the entire cybersecurity posture of the future 5G service and shall make recommendations to reduce support costs and shall expose and remediate configuration and operational security issues before they affect the future service offering. The contractor shall monitor the environment for security events and operational health. The contractor shall prevent the compromise of privileged account credentials from cyberattacks, promote credential hygiene and cybersecurity best practices, while ensuring systems/services comply with DoD cybersecurity requirements. Coordinate with designated government personnel to ensure the 5G services are available and optimized through security gateways. Develop STIG guidance for secure implementation of 5G systems. Develop DISA approach to 5G performance and security monitoring.
  • Responsible for the overall systems infrastructure including engineering, implementation and integration, and technical services and support. Designs, implements, installs, maintains, and administers infrastructures including hardware, software, and various configurations. Monitors overall performance to proactively identify potential issues and tune appropriately. Performs root cause analysis on failed components and implements corrective measures. Works with others to establish and improve processes and procedures. Performs work independently. Considered a high-level specialist who regularly interacts and works with senior management. Uses advanced techniques, theories, and processes to complete work. Typically requires BA and 12-15 years.

Qualifications
  • 5+ Years of experience with telecommunications with Mobile Network Operators (MNO).
  • 2+ Years of experience with 5G Technologies in the DoD Environment and 1+ year experience supporting DoD 5G efforts.
  • 2+ Year of experience supporting DoD/DISA 5G initiatives.

Clearance:
  • Top Secret/Final Top Secret /Top Secret SCI.

Job ID
2025-19849
Work Type
Hybrid
Pay Range
$175,000 - $185,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Compass Point, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Compass Point, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Compass Point provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Compass Point delivers a broad range of skilled IT services, including data-centric services, software development, IT infrastructure modernization, managed IT services, and more.
As a Compass Point employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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As an Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Akima is dedicated to delivering superior outcomes for our customers’ missions while simultaneously creating a long-lived asset for our Iñupiat shareholders. Akima maintains a portfolio of small businesses, 8(a) companies, and operating companies that deliver simplified and accelerated access to the products and services agencies need to ensure mission success.

Industry

Specialty trade contractors

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

1995

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