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RAN Wireless SME

Plano, TX · On-site

... 4G/5G wireless, Radio Access Network (RAN), call processing, and virtualized network technologies. You'll work closely with carrier customers HQ, sales teams, engineering groups, and ...

T-Mobile

Field Technician - Denver, CO Market

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

... to learn, Radio Access Network (RAN) equipment and 5G NR standards as they apply to field operations. (Required) * Base Station - Working knowledge of base station equipment, installation ...

Managed Staffing

4G/5G RAN Test Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$60 - $63/hr

Troubleshoot call processing and radio access issues; collaborate with cross-functional Samsung ... Perform EMS-related tasks: network element management, SW upgrades, MOP verification. * Travel as ...

T-Mobile

Field Technician - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Tulsa, OK · On-site +1

$18 - $24.75/hr

... to learn, Radio Access Network (RAN) equipment and 5G NR standards as they apply to field operations. (Required) * Base Station - Working knowledge of base station equipment, installation ...

Nvidia

Senior Technical Product Manager, RAN Digital Twin

$129K - $170K/yr

... our Radio Access Network (RAN) Digital Twin portfolio. As 5G evolves toward AI-native 6G, the ... Work with engineering, operations, and field teams to develop comprehensive Go-To-Market (GTM ...

Telnet, Inc.

Perform detailed analysis of 4G& 5G Wireless Protocols * Responsible for analyzing and ... Radio Access Network * Good understanding of overall Wireless systems with emphasis on PHY, MAC ...

Telnet, Inc.

RAN Test Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

Perform detailed analysis of 4G& 5G Wireless Protocols * Responsible for analyzing and ... Radio Access Network * Good understanding of overall Wireless systems with emphasis on PHY, MAC ...

Globe Telecom, Inc.

RAN Solutions Engineer

Globe, AZ · On-site

The RAN Solutions Engineer serves as a technical strategist and architect for the evolution of Globe's Radio Access Network. This role is responsible for bridging the gap between cutting-edge global ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for 5g radio access network ran engineer in the United States is $124,948.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 5G Radio Access Network Ran Engineer vs 4G LTE Radio Network Engineer?

Aspect5G Radio Access Network Ran Engineer4G LTE Radio Network Engineer
CertificationsFCC, Cisco, Nokia certifications, 3GPP knowledgeFCC, Cisco, Nokia certifications, 3GPP knowledge
Work EnvironmentDesign, deploy, optimize 5G networks in telecom sitesDesign, maintain, troubleshoot 4G LTE networks
Industry UsageEmerging 5G networks, telecom providersEstablished 4G LTE networks, telecom providers

The main difference between a 5G Radio Access Network Ran Engineer and a 4G LTE Radio Network Engineer lies in the technology focus. The 5G engineer specializes in deploying and optimizing the latest 5G networks, while the 4G LTE engineer works primarily with existing 4G infrastructure. Both roles require similar certifications and work in telecom environments, but their expertise centers around different generations of wireless technology.

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Sr. 3GPP RAN Standardization Engineer (Starlink Mobile)

Palo Alto, CA

SpaceX
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$170K - $230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Participate in 3GPP meetings to contribute to the development of 5G and 6G standards related to RAN architecture, spectrum, and physical layer design.

  • Draft, review, and submit technical contributions on topics such as 5G/6G NR, NTN, RAN architecture, spectrum bands, and performance evaluation.

  • Analyze and develop technical solutions for mobility features, signaling, protocol analysis, and architecture interconnect features, translating standards outcomes into engineering requirements.

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Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

SR. 3GPP STANDARDIZATION ENGINEER (STARLINK MOBILE) 
 
The 3GPP RAN Standardization Engineer will serve as the company's technical expert within the 3GPP Radio Access Network (RAN) working groups. This individual will actively participate in 3GPP meetings, drive company contributions to influence 5G and 6G standards (including NTN, spectrum evolution, network architecture, and physical layer design) and ensure alignment between internal engineering teams and global standards developments. 
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in radio access (RAN) technologies, practical experience developing products or participating in standardization activities for a product-focused company, and strong diplomacy and advocacy skills to represent the company's technical interests in an international standards environment. 
 
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Act as the company's subject matter expert in the 3GPP RAN2 and RAN3 Working Groups.
  • Present, negotiate, and defend company contributions and proposals to ensure alignment of emerging standards with product and regulatory goals.
  • Build and maintain relationships with other 3GPP members, operators, chipset vendors, and regulatory bodies.
  • Draft, review, and submit technical contributions on topics such as 5G/6G NR, 5G/6G NTN, RAN architecture, spectrum bands, and performance evaluation.
  • Provide detailed technical analysis on topics relevant to the Working Group discussion, such as:
    • Design and analyze mobility features and enhancements
    • Develop signaling and protocol analysis of control plane and user plane features
    • Maintain ASN.1 for internal requirement consumption
    • Prior experience with RAN4 RRM is a plus
    • Develop architecture and interconnect features 
  • Participate in internal design reviews to translate 3GPP outcomes into actionable engineering requirements.
  • Track standardization timelines, Study Item/Work Item progress, and Release planning (e.g., Release 20, 21, and beyond).
  • Summarize and communicate 3GPP meeting outcomes to internal stakeholders through concise reports and recommendations.
  • Identify emerging standardization opportunities, risks, and competitive moves.
  • Partner with system engineering, RF design, regulatory, and product teams to align internal technical roadmaps with 3GPP evolution.
  • Support business and partnership discussions with standards-based technical insights. 
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 
  • Bachelor degree degree in STEM discipline.
  • 6+ years of experience with cellular RAN design and/or system architecture.
  • 4+ years of experience working with/on 3GPP standardization. 
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 
  • Advanced degree (PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
  • Deep understanding of:
    • 5G NR and LTE PHY/MAC/RRC layers.
    • Emerging 6G enhancements, studies, and feature evolution
    • NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks) and satellite integration into 3GPP systems
    • Spectrum coexistence, PFD limits, RF propagation, and link budgets. 
  • Proven experience contributing to and/or leading submissions within 3GPP RAN working groups.
  • Prior leadership role (e.g., rapporteur, ad hoc chair, or company lead delegate) in a 3GPP or similar standards body.
  • Familiarity with ITU-R, ETSI, GSMA, or regional regulatory processes.
  • Background in satellite communications, NTN, or RF systems integration.
  • Ability to manage multiple contributions across parallel RAN WGs and releases. 
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Willing to work extended hours as needed.
  • Willing and able to travel as needed (up to 25%). 
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
 
Pay Range:    
Communications Integration Engineer/Sr.: $170,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year     
 
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k)-retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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