ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Contract Radio Network Optimization Jobs (NOW HIRING)

KBR, Inc.

Network Analyst

Dulles, VA · On-site

$160K - $195K/yr

Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national ... Core or Radio Network Engineering: Hands-on experience with 3G, 4G, and/or 5G technologies in core ...

TekWissen LLC

Network Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$57/hr

Contract Work Type: Onsite * Minimum ten (10) years' experience with BSEE/BSCS or applicable experience. Recent experience in radio network design, implementation and/or tuning/optimization systems ...

KBR

Network Analyst with Security Clearance

Sterling, VA · On-site

$160K - $195K/yr

Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national ... Core or Radio Network Engineering: Hands-on experience with 3G, 4G, and/or 5G technologies in core ...

Bouldercolorado

Radio Systems Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

Represents Radio Services in communication with customers, vendors, and peer agencies and ensures ... network. * Knowledge and experience with the deployment and optimization of advanced end-user ...

Peraton

NEXCOM Senior Systems Design Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

... Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation ... Conduct large-scale radio network planning, including site surveys, radio network configurations ...

Peraton

NEXCOM Senior Systems Design Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

... Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation ... Conduct large-scale radio network planning, including site surveys, radio network configurations ...

Peraton

NEXCOM Senior Systems Design Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

... Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation ... Conduct large-scale radio network planning, including site surveys, radio network configurations ...

Peraton

NEXCOM Senior Systems Design Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

... Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation ... Applicants must have experience with site surveys, radio network configurations, racks and cable ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsFreelance JobsContract Radio Network Optimization Jobs

Contract Radio Network Optimization information

See salary details

$31

$48

$62

How much do contract radio network optimization jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract radio network optimization in the United States is $48.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.78 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Radio Network Optimization vs Contract Radio Network Engineer?

AspectContract Radio Network OptimizationContract Radio Network Engineer
Primary FocusOptimizing network performance and efficiencyDesigning, implementing, and maintaining radio networks
Required SkillsNetwork analysis, performance tuning, troubleshootingRadio frequency design, equipment installation, configuration
CertificationsRF certifications, network certifications (e.g., Cisco, Nokia)RF engineering certifications, vendor-specific training
Work EnvironmentConsulting, project-based, remote or on-siteOn-site network deployment and maintenance

Contract Radio Network Optimization focuses on enhancing existing radio networks' performance, while Contract Radio Network Engineer involves designing and deploying new radio systems. Both roles require RF knowledge and certifications but differ in daily tasks and objectives.

More about Contract Radio Network Optimization jobs

What cities are hiring for Contract Radio Network Optimization jobs?

Cities with the most Contract Radio Network Optimization job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Radio Network Optimization jobs?

The most popular types of Radio Network Optimization jobs are:

What states have the most Contract Radio Network Optimization jobs?

States with the most job openings for Contract Radio Network Optimization jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Contract Radio Network Optimization jobs?

For Contract Radio Network Optimization jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Contract Radio Network Optimization jobs near you
Infographic showing various Contract Radio Network Optimization job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,366 per year, or $48.7 per hour.

Network Analyst

Dulles, VA • On-site

KBR, Inc.
IT Services • 10K+ employees
Learn more about KBR, Inc.external

$160K - $195K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Title:
Network Analyst
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
  • Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams: Ensure timely and accurate network analysis by aligning efforts across customer teams focused on logical and physical telecom routes.
  • Evaluate network operations: Collaborate with internal and external partners to assess the role and value of potential network activities.
  • Demonstrate telecom expertise: Apply deep knowledge of network operations, principles, and best practices to support mission objectives.
  • Support modeling with domain insights: Use telecom mastery to contribute mapping and graphics inputs to the customer's modeling tools.
  • Conduct technical analysis: Analyze wireless and wireline networks, transmission protocols, and network technologies to inform strategic decisions.
  • Communicate findings effectively: Present complex technical analysis to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
  • Track emerging technologies: Serve as a key resource for monitoring and interpreting new developments in telecom.
  • Maintain technical currency: Stay up to date with evolving technologies through ongoing training and skill development.

Work Environment:
  • Location: Chantilly, VA
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal
  • Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:
Required:
  • Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with a Polygraph
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Engineering, Mathematics, or Statistics
  • Experience: Minimum of 6 years
  • Facility Engineer or Network Planner (TDM/Data): Experience in traditional and data-based telecom infrastructure planning and engineering
  • Large-scale network engineering: Proven ability to work across multiple packet fabrics, including platforms like Google B4
  • Core or Radio Network Engineering: Hands-on experience with 3G, 4G, and/or 5G technologies in core or radio network environments
  • Telecom route analysis: Skilled in analyzing commercial telecom networks to determine physical and logical routing for strategic objectives
  • Advanced network technologies: Demonstrated knowledge of Network Management Systems (NMS), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), and Software Defined Networking (SDN)
  • Network infrastructure expertise: Familiarity with key network elements such as switches, routers, multiplexers, and both wireless and wireline transport systems
  • Strong analytical skills: Ability to interpret complex data and derive actionable insights
  • Network technology expertise: Demonstrated understanding of a wide range of network technologies
  • Protocol proficiency: Demonstrated understanding of network protocols and their applications
  • Systems and equipment knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of networking systems and equipment
  • PSTN experience: Familiarity with Public Switched Telephone Network operations and infrastructure
  • Data network experience: Hands-on experience with data networks and their architecture
  • Private communications: Experience with dedicated and private communication networks
  • VoIP and softswitch technologies: Proficiency in VoIP networks, softswitch technology, and session border controllers
  • Fiber optic systems: Knowledge of fiber optic cable characteristics, including engineering, installation, and maintenance
  • RF technologies: Experience with RF-related technologies and their integration into network systems
  • GPON technology: Understanding of gigabit-capable passive optical network (GPON) technology

Basic Compensation:
$160,200 to $195,800
This range is for the Virginia area only.
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

What KBR employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

KBR logo

About KBR

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998

View All KBR Jobs

Apply