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Wireless Network Engineer II

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$75 - $95/hr

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The Wireless Network Engineer assists in the day-to-day wireless and network needs of the customer as well as provides a high level of technical expertise in wired and wireless network principles.

Wireless Network Engineer

Aberdeen, MD · On-site

$78 - $176/hr

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When you have engineered, integrated, and evaluated advanced wireless network technologies across a variety of military mission environments, you reach a point where you can visualize and create ...

As a Wireless Network Engineer II, you will help design and deploy the latest and most secure Wireless solutions to Microsoft facilities worldwide. You will partner with our outsourced vendors and ...

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How much do freelance wireless network engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance wireless network engineer in the United States is $52.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.38 and $62.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Wireless Network Engineer vs Wireless Network Technician?

AspectFreelance Wireless Network Engineer
CertificationsCCNA, CWNA, Cisco certifications
Work EnvironmentProject-based, remote or on-site consulting
Employer/IndustryIndependent, contracted for various clients
Job FocusDesign, planning, and troubleshooting wireless networks

While both roles involve wireless networks, a Freelance Wireless Network Engineer focuses on designing and consulting on wireless systems for multiple clients, often working independently. In contrast, a Wireless Network Technician typically handles installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting within a specific organization or on-site environment. The engineer's role is more strategic and project-oriented, whereas the technician's role is operational and hands-on.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Wireless Network Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,336 per year, or $52.6 per hour.

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Company Description

CTC Technology & Energy (CTC) is an established, 30-year old, growing independent communications and IT engineering consulting firm. We work at the highest levels on cutting-edge communications networking projects for public sector and non-profit clients throughout the U.S. Current projects include long-term fiber optic and wireless regional communications interoperability initiatives in the Washington, DC area, funded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, design and implementation of wireless networks, engineering design and business modeling and project oversight for broadband networks, and advising the federal government. 

CTC is a vibrant, fun, exciting workplace with some of the most complex networking projects in the country. These include metropolitan area fiber networks, nationwide fiber access architectures, developing national broadband policies, planning the implementation of the FirstNet public safety wireless broadband network, and deploying new generations of wireless technologies.

Job Description

We offer comprehensive expertise in the following broad, evolving areas: 
-Designing and implementing metropolitan area fiber optic and wireless networks 
-Designing and optimizing network architecture 
-Coordinating the planning and design process with policymakers and first-response professionals 
-Developing public/private partnerships in broadband communications 
-Public Safety Wireless Communications 
-Homeland Security Planning and Networking 
-Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)/Traffic Communications 
-Broadband Communications Networking 
-Engineering Analysis for Siting of Wireless Communications Facilities 
-Communications Network Performance Evaluation

Qualifications

The following experience for this position matters to us (any or all of these is a plus): 
1) You have five or more years of recent experience in the wireless industry with wireless network engineering; 
2) You have experience with planning, designing and overseeing integration of communications networks;
3) You have a bachelor level degree in engineering or related field with preference given for more advanced degrees and relevant certifications;
4) You have experience with communications outside plant cable construction and design, or network electronics (Preferred, but not required);
5) You are organized;
6) You have excellent writing skills.

Additional Information

Competitive salary and benefit package/Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer comprehensive expertise in the following broad, evolving areas:
-Designing and implementing metropolitan area fiber optic and wireless networks
-Designing and optimizing network architecture
-Coordinating the planning and design process with policymakers and first-response professionals
-Developing public/private partnerships in broadband communications
-Public Safety Wireless Communications
-Homeland Security Planning and Networking
-Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)/Traffic Communications
-Broadband Communications Networking
-Engineering Analysis for Siting of Wireless Communications Facilities
-Communications Network Performance Evaluation

Located in Kensington, MD with clients nationwide
Compensation: Salary based on experience and education
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