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Alaska Communications

Systems Engineer I

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

... and E911 services. This role ensures reliable, secure, and high-performance communication systems across the organization. The System Engineer will design, deploy, maintain and support telecom ...

New

CSV-Taurean

Integrated Network Support (INS) Lead

Quantico, VA · On-site

$107K - $148K/yr

Enterprise networking | Circuit management | VoIP/E911 | Network security Requirements: * Education: BA/BS in CS, IT, or Engineering + 6 years; or 12 years in lieu of degree. * Certifications: CCNA ...

Reliasource

UC Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

Line Appearances DID vs non-DID Main Line / Back Line Required Device Voicemail IVR Port List E911 ... Bow Lead Engineer direction facilitate technical discussions during workbook reviews with ...

ARK Infotech Spectrum

Network Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

E911 location information** and support emergency calling services. * Configure, maintain ... Provide engineering-level support for enterprise telephony and unified communications systems.

Alaska Communications

Systems Engineer I

Juneau, AK · On-site

... and E911 services. This role ensures reliable, secure, and high-performance communication systems across the organization. The System Engineer will design, deploy, maintain and support telecom ...

New

Apex Systems

Senior Cloud Voice Engineer

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$92K - $126K/yr

The Senior Cloud Voice Engineer is responsible for the reliability, support, lifecycle, and ... E911, robocall filtering, and voice-edge services. 2. Provide tier-II/III support for complex voice ...

Reliasource

UC Engineer

Washington, DC

... E911 RedSky User data o Document call flow(s) and provide meeting notes to update workbook with data captured and provide to the Iron Bow PM within 3 business days o Under the Iron Bow Lead Engineer ...

Bowhead

Sr. VoIP Communications Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Overview SR. VoIP COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER (PACMED): Bowhead seeks a Sr. VoIP Communications ... E911 / Location Services * Configure RedSky/Intrado E911, PIDF-LO, LLDP-MED, and nomadic user ...

Bowhead

Sr. VoIP Communications Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Overview SR. VoIP COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER (PACMED): Bowhead seeks a Sr. VoIP Communications ... E911 / Location Services * Configure RedSky/Intrado E911, PIDF-LO, LLDP-MED, and nomadic user ...

Miratech

The Senior UC Engineer will be part of Global Unified Communications Engineering team, supporting ... The role also involves supporting Red Sky (E911) emergency calling services and Microsoft Teams ...

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How much do e911 engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for e911 engineer in the United States is $97,747.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an E911 engineer?

E911 Engineers are professionals who design, implement, and maintain Enhanced 911 (E911) systems, which enable emergency responders to accurately locate callers in distress. They work with telecommunications technologies, public safety answering points (PSAPs), and other emergency response infrastructure to ensure calls to 911 provide accurate location and caller information. Their role is critical in improving public safety by ensuring that emergency services can respond quickly and efficiently to incidents. E911 Engineers often collaborate with government agencies, phone service providers, and technology vendors to keep systems up to date and compliant with regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an E911 engineer?

To thrive as an E911 Engineer, you need expertise in telecommunications, VoIP protocols, network engineering, and a solid understanding of emergency services infrastructure, often supported by a degree in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with E911 systems, PSAP operations, GIS mapping tools, and certifications like NENA or Cisco are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring reliable emergency response systems that protect public safety and save lives.

What are the primary challenges E911 engineers face when integrating new technology with legacy emergency systems?

One of the main challenges E911 Engineers encounter is ensuring seamless interoperability between advanced communication technologies, such as Next Generation 911 (NG911), and existing legacy systems. This often involves addressing compatibility issues, data format differences, and maintaining uninterrupted emergency services during system upgrades. Additionally, E911 Engineers must comply with strict regulatory standards while collaborating closely with public safety agencies, IT teams, and vendors to implement solutions that enhance location accuracy and call routing. Successfully navigating these complexities is critical to ensuring reliable emergency response services.

What is the difference between E911 Engineer vs Network Engineer?

AspectE911 EngineerNetwork Engineer
Required CertificationsFCC, Cisco, or similar telecom certificationsCCNA, CCNP, or Cisco certifications
Work EnvironmentTelecom, public safety, government agenciesIT, corporate networks, data centers
Industry UsagePublic safety, emergency servicesIT, telecommunications, enterprise networks

While both roles involve network infrastructure, E911 Engineers focus on emergency call routing and public safety systems, whereas Network Engineers design and maintain general network systems. The roles share certifications and work environments but differ in their specific industry applications and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various E911 Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,747 per year, or $47 per hour.

Systems Engineer I

Soldotna, AK

Alaska Communications
Telecommunications • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

At Alaska Communications, we're committed to putting our team first, always being customer focused, having a can-do attitude, owning our results and always acting with integrity. This is what we hire for and what our team members exhibit each day. Want to make an impact with us?

We are unable to support remote international applicants or routinely sponsor work visas.

The compensation range for this job is:

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, including legacy TDM systems, modern VoIP/IP-based networks, SS7 signaling, and E911 services. This role ensures reliable, secure, and high-performance communication systems across the organization.


The System Engineer will design, deploy, maintain and support telecom systems including TDM switches, (DMS 100, DMS 10, Redcom, Mitel), VoIP platforms (MetaSwitch), SS7 signaling systems for call routing, number portability, CLASS features, and implement and maintain E911 systems ensuring compliance with public safety regulations.


As a member of a team that provides 24 x 7 x 365 operational infrastructure support, the Systems Engineer must be willing and capable of performing complex hands-on network provisioning and management activities. This role demands solid technical grounding as well as excellent organizational skills and discipline to maintain focus effectively and efficiently while successfully managing multiple parallel projects and activities.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSReasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Examples of Job Duties
  • Install new hardware, systems, and software for network and system infrastructure.
  • Install, configure, and maintain network services, equipment, and devices for core and/or customer solutions.
  • Perform troubleshooting analysis of network and system infrastructure and associated systems.
  • Document network problems and their resolutions for future reference.
  • Support administration of servers and server clusters. Manage all system backups and restoration protocols.
  • Plan and support network and computing infrastructure.
  • Monitor system performance and implement performance tuning.
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, email, anti-virus, anti-spam.
  • Oversee software and network security.
  • Provide training instruction on platforms, equipment, and related applications.
  • Maintain network and call routing translations in TDM switches such as DMS-100, DMS-10, Redcom, and Mitel.
  • Maintain and support VoIP platforms, primarily MetaSwitch, to ensure reliable voice services.
  • Manage SS7 signaling systems for call routing, number portability, and CLASS feature delivery.
  • Implement and maintain E911 systems to ensure compliance with public safety.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Required

College diploma in the field of computer science, computer information systems, or computer engineering.

Relevant experience could be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.


Experience Required

Up to 3 years of experience leading to the ability to work independently in the role.

We hope you'll join us as we change lives through technology.

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